Clout Definition & Meaning
clout
- noun
- a target used in archery
- special advantage or influence; "the chairman's nephew has a lot of pull"
- a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood
- (boxing) a blow with the fist; "I gave him a clout on his nose"
- verb
- strike hard, especially with the fist; "He clouted his attacker"
"Clout" in song lyrics
See how clout is used in real songs:
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"There's no doubt, I built my clout"
9th Prince — Shut Your Mouth -
"Because I'm ballin with Laylaw's clout"
Above the Law — Freedom of Speech -
"And Laylaw with the clout"
Above the Law — Freedom of Speech
Words that rhyme with clout
Usage tips for "clout"
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- What does clout mean?
- a target used in archery special advantage or influence; "the chairman's nephew has a lot of pull" a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood (boxing) a blow with the fist; "I gave him a clout on his nose" strike hard, especially with the fist; "He clouted his attacker"
- What part of speech is clout?
- Clout is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does clout have?
- Clout has 5 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).