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paddywhack Definition and Meaning in English (paddywhack definition)

verb
Synonyms:hitstrikesmack
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Paddywhack definition: To hit or strike someone, often playfully or with a light blow, especially on the head or shoulder.

Definitions of Paddywhack

  1. 1verb(informal)

    To hit or strike someone, often playfully or with a light blow, especially on the head or shoulder.

  2. 2noun(informal)

    A light or playful blow or slap, typically delivered to the head or shoulder.

Example Sentences

casual

“He gave his friend a playful paddywhack on the shoulder.”

casual

“Don't paddywhack your little brother, play nicely.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensepaddywhacked
present participlepaddywhacking

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Paddywhack definition: To hit or strike someone, often playfully or with a light blow, especially on the head or shoulder.
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'Paddywhack' translates to 'paddywhack' in English. Paddywhack definition: To hit or strike someone, often playfully or with a light blow, especially on the head or shoulder.
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