jackhammer
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Noun — A heavy power tool that pounds a chisel-like bit to break up rock, concrete, or asphalt.
How to use jackhammer
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Etymology
Formed from jack + hammer.
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What does “jackhammer” mean?
The word “jackhammer” means a heavy power tool that pounds a chisel-like bit to break up rock, concrete, or asphalt. In plain terms, the loud pneumatic drill used to break up hard surfaces; also used to describe anything pounding hard and fast, like a racing heartbeat.
How do you pronounce “jackhammer”?
“Jackhammer” is pronounced JAK-ham (/ˈd͡ʒækˌhæmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “jackhammer” in a sentence?
Here is “jackhammer” used in a sentence: “Workers used a jackhammer to break up the old pavement.”
What part of speech is “jackhammer”?
Depending on how it is used, “jackhammer” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “jackhammer” have?
“Jackhammer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a heavy power tool that pounds a chisel-like bit to break up rock, concrete, or asphalt.