verb
lam
To beat or strike forcefully.
In the old adventure story, the fighter lams the wooden door with his fists.
Etymology
Probably related to Old Norse lemja, “beat.” This striking word is distinct from on the lam, “in flight,” unless a further connection is established.
More examples
- The narrator describes an attacker lamming his opponent.
- He lammed the barrier until it gave way.
- The historical text uses lam for striking someone hard.
Forms
lam · lams · lammed · lamming