Swatted

Pronunciation: /ˈswɑːtɪd/

Swatted (verb)

  1. To hit something quickly and hard with your hand or an object, usually to stop it moving.
  2. To kill an insect by hitting it quickly, often with a folded paper or a fly swatter.
  3. To be dealt with harshly by police or officials after a serious report or threat.

Examples

  • The guard swatted the buzzing fly away.
  • She swatted the smoke from her sleeve quickly.