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/ˈhwakɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the act of hitting or striking something.
The whacking of the drum echoed through the hall.
verb
to strike or hit something with force.
He was whacking the piñata with a stick.
to defeat or destroy someone or something thoroughly.
Our team is whacking the competition in this tournament.
adjective
of great size or intensity; huge.
They are planning a whacking great party this weekend.
Etymology
From the word 'whack', which means to strike or hit.
Common Phrases and Expressions
whacking great:
An informal way to say something is very large or significant.
whacking off:
A slang term often referring to masturbation.
whack job:
A slang term for someone who is eccentric or crazy.
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Slang Meanings
To kill someone.
I heard they whacked the rival gang member.
To consume a large amount of something.
He was whacking down pizza at the party.