slap (one) around

slap (one) around

To physically assault someone, especially as a means of control or intimidation. Our dad wasn't afraid to slap us around 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 around a bit.See also: around, slap

slap around

v. To be rough or brutal with someone; abuse someone: The gangsters threatened to slap me around if I didn't get the money by Friday.See also: around, slap