cuffle

/ˈkʌfəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to cuff or hit lightly, especially with the back of the hand

“She cuffed him gently on the arm for teasing her sister.”

2. noun

a light blow with the back of the hand, or a reprimand

“He took a cuffle on the cheek for not following the rules.”

3. verb

to hit or strike something lightly, especially with the back of the hand

Synonyms

  • cuff
  • slap
  • tap

Antonyms

  • caress
  • pat