Spank (verb)

To strike (someone, especially a child) with a flat object, typically one's open hand, as a punishment or reprimand.

Origin:

The word spank comes from the middle english word "spanken" which means "to strike" and it is derived from the old english word "spencan".

Examples:

1. He spanked the child for misbehaving.
2. Spanking is no longer considered an appropriate form of discipline.
3. The mother spanked her child's bottom as a punishment.
4. He deserved a good spanking for his behavior.
5. The teacher spanked the student's hand with a ruler.