Hit (with), as a fine (4)

I believe the answer is:

slap

(Other definitions for slap that I've seen before include "Hit with an open hand" , "A blow among pals" , "Hit with the palm" , "Strike with the palm" , "Right" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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