Jackhammer
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noun
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verb
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(As a noun)
Jackhammer ( noun )
A power tool consisting of a cylinder with a handle, used for breaking up concrete and asphalt.
Origin:
From the name of charles brady king, who invented it + hammer.
Examples:
- The workers used jackhammers to break up the concrete sidewalk.
- The noise from the jackhammer was almost unbearable.
- The jackhammer is a powerful tool that can break through hard surfaces.
- The jackhammer operator needs to wear ear protection.
- The jackhammer's vibration can cause hand-arm vibration syndrome.
(As a verb)
Jackhammer ( verb )
A power tool consisting of a cylinder with a handle, used for breaking up concrete and asphalt.
Origin:
From the name of charles brady king, who invented it + hammer.
Examples:
- The workers used jackhammers to break up the concrete sidewalk.
- The noise from the jackhammer was almost unbearable.
- The jackhammer is a powerful tool that can break through hard surfaces.
- The jackhammer operator needs to wear ear protection.
- The jackhammer's vibration can cause hand-arm vibration syndrome.