Knockdown Definition & Meaning

knockdown
adjective
  1. (furniture) easily assembled and dismantled; "I bought a knockdown chest at the do-it-yourself store"
noun
  1. a blow that knocks the opponent off his feet

"Knockdown" in song lyrics

See how knockdown is used in real songs:

  • "This is how I feel about another knockdown"
    Boogie Boys — Romeo Knight
  • "concrete texturing knockdown"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "knockdown"

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