First Known Use: 1730
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1bludgeon
noun blud·geon \ˈblə-jən\
: a heavy stick that usually has one thick end and is used as a weapon
: something that is used to attack or bully someone
Full Definition of BLUDGEON
1
: a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
2
: something used to attack or bully <the bludgeon of satire>
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2bludgeon
verb
: to hit (someone or something) very hard
: to use arguments or threats to force (someone) to do something
Full Definition of BLUDGEON
transitive verb
1
: to hit with heavy impact
2
: to attack or overcome by aggressive argument : bully <mental bludgeoning>
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First Known Use of BLUDGEON
1868
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