Clobber Definition & Meaning

clobber
noun
  1. informal terms for personal possessions; "did you take all your clobber?"
verb
  1. strike violently and repeatedly; "She clobbered the man who tried to attack her"
  2. beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight; "We licked the other team on Sunday!"

Usage tips for "clobber"

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