clapperclaw
/ˈklæpərˌklɔ/
verb
- To scratch or claw with the nails or claws, especially in a fight.
- In the old story, the witch would clapperclaw anyone who came near her hut.
- The two kittens clapperclawed each other playfully until they tired out.
- The angry cat clapperclawed the sofa, leaving deep scratches.
- To criticize or attack someone harshly with words.
- During the debate, the candidates clapperclawed each other over taxes.
- The critic clapperclawed the new movie in his review.
- She clapperclawed her opponent's argument with sharp, pointed questions.
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