slap (one) about

slap (one) about

To physically assault someone, especially as a means of control or intimidation. Our dad wasn't afraid to slap us about a bit when we got out of line as kids. If he still won't sign the contract, send some muscle over there to slap him about a bit.
See also: slap
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • slap (one) around
  • slap around
  • put a gun to (someone's) head
  • slap on
  • slap
  • turkey slap
  • grapple
  • grappling
  • goon