Hammer Definition
hammer
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
- the ossicle attached to the eardrum
- a light drumstick with a rounded head that is used to strike such percussion instruments as chimes, kettledrums, marimbas, glockenspiels, etc.
- a 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
- the act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows); "the sudden hammer of fists caught him off guard"; "the pounding of feet on the hallway"
verb
- beat with or as if with a hammer; "hammer the metal flat"
- create by hammering; "hammer the silver into a bowl"; "forge a pair of tongues"
"Hammer" in song lyrics
See how hammer is used in real songs:
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"9th Prince is like Max Payne and Jack's Hammer"
9th Prince — The Writer -
"Life matter, I was us up all night with a rusty hammer"
Aesop Rock — Big Bang -
"The red and blue bandannas, better use your hammer"
Almighty — The Almighty
Words that rhyme with hammer
Usage tips for "hammer"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hammer" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hammer to find words that pair well.