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swat

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/swΙ’t/ English

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noun

  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.

verb

  1. To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.β€œHe swatted the mosquito that was buzzing around in his bedroom.”

verb

  1. To illegitimately provoke a SWAT assault upon (someone).

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