wham

Definition

A forceful blow.

Etymology

Onomatopoeic, representing the sound of an object being slammed against something.

Example Sentences

• "Roger was given a violent wham by his boxing opponent."
• "Might be a good idea to have a wham at it, anyway. Stop it getting away. Knock it out so that we can have a proper look at it."
• "We heard a wham as the hammer struck the wall."

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