skelp

/skɛlp/

Definitions

1. noun

a blow or a strike, especially with the fist or a stick

“He took a skelp on the back from his angry brother.”

2. verb

to hit or strike, especially with the fist or a stick

“The teacher skelped the student for not paying attention.”

Synonyms

  • blow
  • strike

Antonyms

  • caress
  • gentle