slam
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B2
/slæm/
forceful impact
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slam' originates from the Middle English word 'slam,' which meant 'to strike or beat.'
Historical Evolution
'slam' changed from the Middle English word 'slam' and eventually became the modern English word 'slam.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike or beat,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to shut forcefully or criticize harshly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a forceful impact or sound.
The slam of the car door echoed in the parking lot.
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Verb 1
to shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly.
He slammed the door in anger.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35