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The original US slang (~1940s-1960s) had the meaning "give it a try" from the musical slang use of the word "lick" to mean a short sequence on guitar.

The modern British slang apparently means to commit a robbery, possibly from older slang meaning actual work.

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Is it against the law of a boy to hit a girl?

Yes. but not because she is a girl. its illegal for anybody to hit anybody. it is assault. it is illegal for a male to hit a female. and it is illegal for a female to hit a male. unless in self defence. so whoever throws the first hit, is in the wrong.


What is the sentencing for a hit and run?

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No your parents can not hit you.Well if you are bad they can smack your bottom.If your parents hit you then that is very very bad.But remember that if you get a smack on the bottom,that is not a hit.If your parents smack your bottom then their being good parents.So just remember that if your parents smack your bottom then that's not a hit.


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Yes, it is illegal for an adult to hit a minor. This can be considered child abuse and is punishable by law. It is important to seek help and report such incidents to authorities.


What does the legal term hit and run stand for?

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