clink v EDD ~ v¹ 9 for sense 1; EDD v² 1 for sense 2.
   1 To beat or slap (a person).
   1955 ENGLISH 33 ~ To beat another with the fists. P 148-67 ~ to beat someone over the head.
   2 To clinch, fasten or secure (a nail); CLINT.
   T 94/5-64 'Twas stuck on the end of it to clink the sprig [i.e. nail used in making or repairing shoes].

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