slammed
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/slæmd/
(slam)
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 and loudly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly.
He slammed the door in anger.
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Verb 2
to criticize harshly.
The critics slammed the new movie.
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Verb 3
past tense or past participle form of 'slam'.
The door was slammed shut.
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