Make up for assault (4)
I believe the answer is:
slap
This clue might be a double definition.
'make up' is the first definition.
The answer and definition can be both acts as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?
'assault' is the second definition.
The definition and answer can be both acts as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe there's a link between them I don't understand?
'for' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for slap that I've seen before include "Blow (in face, on back, wrist)" , "Blow with open hand" , "Right" , "Hit with the palm" , "A blow among pals" .)