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Definition of hammering

hammering

/ˈhæm.ɚ.ɪŋ/
ham · mer · ing
Plural:hammerings
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Adjective:hammering
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hammering Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action or sound of striking or beating something repeatedly with or as if with a hammer.

Example

"The constant hammering from the construction site next door made it difficult to concentrate."

2

A severe defeat, heavy criticism, or substantial financial loss (informal).

Example

"The visiting team took a heavy hammering in the championship final."

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• adjective

1

Making a loud, heavy, and repeated beating or pounding sound or rhythm.

Example

"She woke up in the middle of the night with a hammering heart after the vivid nightmare."

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• Nearby Words

hammered
hammerhead
hammerhead shark
hammering
hammerlock
hammertoe
hammock

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hammering. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hammering
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