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jackhammer

Syllabification: (jack·ham·mer)
Pronunciation: /ˈjakˌhamər/
chiefly North American
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Definition of jackhammer

noun

  • a portable pneumatic hammer or drill.

verb

[with object]
  • beat or hammer heavily or loudly and repeatedly.

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