POUNDING

To confine in, or as in, a pound; to impound.

To strike hard, usually repeatedly.

To crush to pieces; to pulverize.

To eat or drink very quickly.

Example: "You really pounded that beer!"

To pitch consistently to a certain location.

Example: "The pitcher has been pounding the outside corner all night."

(of a body part, generally heart, blood, or head) to beat strongly or throb.

Example: "As i tiptoed past the sleeping dog, my heart was pounding but i remained silent."

To penetrate sexually, with vigour.

Example: "I was pounding her all night!"

To advance heavily with measured steps.

To make a jarring noise, as when running.

Example: "The engine pounds."

To wager a pound on.