swat.
To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.
Meaning & usage
To beat off, as insects; to bat, strike, or hit.
He swatted the mosquito that was buzzing around in his bedroom.
The cat swatted at the feather.
Where this word comes from
Alteration of squat.
A hard stroke, hit or blow, e.g., as part of a spanking.
Alternative spelling of swot: vigorous study at an educational institution.
Where this word comes from
Alteration of squat.
To illegitimately provoke a SWAT assault upon (someone).
Where this word comes from
See SWAT.
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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.