Clout ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Clout ( noun )

  1. A hard blow or hit, typically with the hand or an implement such as a stick or club.
  2. Influence or power, especially in a particular field or area.
  3. A piece of cloth, typically circular, that is worn as a head covering.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english clūt "nail, peg", of germanic origin; related to dutch kloot "ball".

Examples:

  1. He was knocked out by a single clout to the chin.
  2. The politician had a lot of clout in the state legislature.
  3. The traditional headgear worn by some rural women is called a clout.
  4. The boxer landed a powerful clout on his opponent's jaw.
  5. The company had a lot of clout in the industry.

(As a verb)

Clout ( verb )

  1. A hard blow or hit, typically with the hand or an implement such as a stick or club.
  2. Influence or power, especially in a particular field or area.
  3. A piece of cloth, typically circular, that is worn as a head covering.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english clūt "nail, peg", of germanic origin; related to dutch kloot "ball".

Examples:

  1. He was knocked out by a single clout to the chin.
  2. The politician had a lot of clout in the state legislature.
  3. The traditional headgear worn by some rural women is called a clout.
  4. The boxer landed a powerful clout on his opponent's jaw.
  5. The company had a lot of clout in the industry.
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