Pounding and Smack

Pounding

Pounding noun - An instance of rapid strong pulsation (of the heart).
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Smack and pounding are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smack" instead a noun "Pounding".

Nearby Words: pound, pounded, poundage, pounder

Smack

Smack noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.
Usage example: the cook gave him a smack on the wrist when he tried to sneak an early taste of the sauce

Pounding and smack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Pounding" instead a noun "Smack".

Nearby Words: smacked, smacking, smacker
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