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sledgehammer.

A hammer that consists of a large, heavy, broad and flat block of metal (the head) attached to a handle typically 0.5 meter to 1 meter long. The sledgehammer's design is meant to allow it to be swung powerfully, and to distribute force over a wide area upon impact.

12 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmɚ/General-American
  1. A hammer that consists of a large, heavy, broad and flat block of metal (the head) attached to a handle typically 0.5 meter to 1 meter long. The sledgehammer's design is meant to allow it to be swung powerfully, and to distribute force over a wide area upon impact.

Where this word comes from

Compound of sledge + hammer.

verb/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmɚ/General-American
  1. To strike (something) with a sledgehammer.

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Where this word comes from

Compound of sledge + hammer.

adj/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmə/Received-Pronunciation/ˈslɛd͡ʒhæmɚ/General-American
  1. Completely lacking grace and dexterity.

Where this word comes from

Compound of sledge + hammer.

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