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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hammer

/hæmər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does hammer mean?

noun, verb

A tool used for pounding, shaping, or breaking things, typically consisting of a heavy head on a handle. To strike or hit something forcefully with a hammer.

Example

"The carpenter used a hammer to tap the nail into place."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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