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Hammerhead Definition & Meaning

hammerhead
noun
  1. a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence
  2. the striking part of a hammer
  3. medium-sized live-bearing shark with eyes at either end of a flattened hammer-shaped head; worldwide in warm waters; can be dangerous

"Hammerhead" in song lyrics

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  • "costa del mar hammerhead"
    AOL — AOL
  • "twister hammerhead"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does hammerhead mean?
a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence the striking part of a hammer medium-sized live-bearing shark with eyes at either end of a flattened hammer-shaped head; worldwide in warm waters; can be dangerous
What part of speech is hammerhead?
Hammerhead is a noun.
How many definitions does hammerhead have?
Hammerhead has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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