a clip around the ear hole. - a slap on the side of your head, usually from a parent who’s

a slap on the side of your head, usually from a parent who’s had enough of your childish behavior

My mom gave me a clip around the ear hole after I failed my math test.

My brother got a clip around the ear hole for stealing my phone.

I got a clip around the ear hole for telling my grandma her dog was loud.