swats

Meaning

1. A hard stroke, hit or blow, e.g., as part of a spanking.
2. Alternate spelling of swot: vigorous study at an educational institution.
3. To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.
4. To illegitimately provoke a SWAT assault upon (someone).

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Sources

1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data