SMACKING Definition & Meaning

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smacking

[ smak-ing ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

smart, brisk, or strong, as a breeze.
Chiefly British Slang. smashing.

smacking

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adjective

brisk; lively
a smacking breeze

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of smacking¹

First recorded in 1585–95; smack ² + -ing ²

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Leading child doctors have joined calls for a complete ban on smacking children in England, saying there is no evidence it has any positive effect on their wellbeing.

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Other charities, including Barnardo's, have also long called for an English smacking ban.

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Ms Redwin said she thought she had heard “smacking” from downstairs followed by a scream.

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Government ministers are considering a smacking ban for England, the Department for Education has confirmed.

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The woman said she heard “shockingly loud” sounds of smacking and “gut wrenching screams” of young female children.

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