knap

/næp/
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Other forms: knaps; knapping; knapped

Definitions of knap
  1. verb
    break a small piece off from
    synonyms: break off, chip, cut off
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    type of:
    cut
    separate with or as if with an instrument
  2. verb
    strike sharply
    synonyms: rap
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    types:
    knock
    rap with the knuckles
    type of:
    strike, zonk
    deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
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