noun
slammer
Something delivering a heavy impact.
The boxer lands a slammer that sends his opponent backward.
Etymology
Slammer adds -er to slam, a forceful impact verb. It names a person or thing delivering a heavy blow or collision.
More examples
- That wave is a real slammer against the seawall.
- Her final serve is a slammer that nobody can return.
- He orders a tequila slammer instead of his usual beer.
Forms
slammer · slammers
slam verb — Hit or shut something with force.