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Meaning of sledge hammer

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sledge

Pronunciation:/slɛdʒ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc.

verb

Definitions

  1. To hit with a sledgehammer.

sledge

Pronunciation:/slɛdʒ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A low sled drawn by animals, typically on snow, ice or grass.

    Example: The sledge ran far better upon the ice; I cannot say the same for the dogs.

  2. Any type of sled or sleigh.

  3. A card game resembling all fours and seven-up; old sledge.

verb

Definitions

  1. To drag or draw a sledge.

  2. To ride, travel with or transport in a sledge.

sledge

Pronunciation:/slɛdʒ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To verbally insult or abuse an opponent in order to distract them (considered unsportsmanlike).