In pinball, a flip of a flipper at a loose moving ball, as opposed to a catch followed by a more controlled shot.

See also slap save.

Slap (?), n. [OE. slappe; akin to LG. slappe, G. schlappe; probably of imitative origin.]

A blow, esp. one given with the open hand, or with something broad.

 

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Slap, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Slapped (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Slapping.]

To strike with the open hand, or with something broad.

 

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Slap, adv. [Cf. LG. slap, G. schlapp. See Slap, n.]

With a sudden and violent blow; hence, quickly; instantly; directly.

[Colloq.] "The railroad cars drive slap into the city."

Thackeray.

 

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