Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Hammer.
How to pronounce hammer:
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Hammer - as a noun
The part of a gunlock that strikes the percussion cap when the trigger is pulled
A hand tool with a heavy rigid head and a handle; used to deliver an impulsive force by striking
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hand toolHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, etc.
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
malletA heavy metal sphere attached to a flexible wire; used in the hammer throw
A striker that is covered in felt and that causes the piano strings to vibrate
A power tool for drilling rocks
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
power hammerHypernyms (Closely Related)
power toolHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hammer - as a verb
Beat with or as if with a hammer
Example: "Hammer the metal flat"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beatHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He used a hammer to drive the nail into the wall."
"The carpenter grabbed a hammer from his toolbox."
"She held the hammer tightly, ready to strike."
"The blacksmith forged the metal using a heavy hammer."
"The judge pounded the hammer on the desk to call for order in the courtroom."
Word Game Points
Is HAMMER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hammer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HAMMER has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is HAMMER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hammer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHAMMER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is HAMMER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hammer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHAMMER has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
