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noun sledge·ham·mer \ˈslej-ˌha-mər\
: a large, heavy hammer with a long handle
Full Definition of SLEDGEHAMMER
: a large heavy hammer that is wielded with both hands; also : something that resembles a sledgehammer in action
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First Known Use of SLEDGEHAMMER
15th century
Rhymes with SLEDGEHAMMER
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verb
Definition of SLEDGEHAMMER
transitive verb : to strike with or as if with a sledgehammer
intransitive verb
: to strike blows with or as if with a sledgehammer
First Known Use of SLEDGEHAMMER
1834
Rhymes with SLEDGEHAMMER
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adjective
Definition of SLEDGEHAMMER
: marked by heavy-handed directness or hard-hitting force <trusting in sledgehammer warfare — C. J. Rolo>
First Known Use of SLEDGEHAMMER
1827
SLEDGEHAMMER Defined for Kids
sledgehammer
noun sledge·ham·mer \ˈslej-ˌha-mər\
Definition of SLEDGEHAMMER for Kids
: a large heavy hammer usually used with both hands
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