clouting
clout-ing
noun
A hard, forceful blow or slap, typically delivered with an open hand.
"The naughty child received a good clouting."
verb
Hitting someone or something hard, often with an open hand or object.
"He was clouting the ball across the field."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: clout, poke, slug, biff, punch, lick, clout nail, pull