Hammer

usgb/ˈhæmər/
noun

A tool with a heavy head and a handle used for hitting.

I need a hammer to drive the nail into the wall.
Visual representation of "hammer" - A tool with a heavy head and a handle used for hitting.

Often appears as...

  • ball-peen hammer
  • hammer and nails
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Visual representation of "hammer"
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Tool Use

Emphasizes using the hammer as a physical tool for construction or repairs.

Illustration for Tool Use
Grab the hammer and fix that loose board.
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Striking Motion

Highlights the swinging motion associated when using a hammer.

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Swing the hammer accurately to hit the nail.
Visual representation of the word "Hammer"

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