What is the meaning of spank?

[Wally]

Synonym Search, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #113 "Synonyms for beat", question 1

You have no right to treat me this way and ......... me like an animal!

(a) strike
(b) beat
(c) spank
(d) pound

Synonym Search, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #113 "Synonyms for beat", answer 1

You have no right to treat me this way and beat me like an animal!

Correct answer: (b) beat
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what is the meaning of spank

[Mister Micawber]

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'Spanking' is a method of punishing children by slapping their buttocks with an open hand.
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[Stew.t.]

Hi Wally

It can also be used as a synonym for beat in colloquial English;

You are in for a right spanking if Tiny gets hold of you.

But Mister Micawber has explained the more common usage.

cheers stew.t.
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