slam

Definition

  • noun: a heavy blow or impact
  • verb: to close (something) in a forceful way that makes a loud noise
  • verb: to strike or beat hard
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: grand slam, little slam, slaughter

Examples

  • Many people have 'slammed' the company 'for' not paying its workers decent wages.

  • The vote proved to be a 'slam dunk' for our side with a 24 to 5 win.

  • There's no doubt that he's guilty. The case is a 'slam dunk'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ladies and gentlemen of the jury this is irrefutable evidence that the defendant is, in fact, lying. (echoing thud) (chair slams against floor) Mr. Conners, this is a preliminary hearing. There is no... defendant. There is no... jury. It's just me. (..)
    2002 Catch Me If You Can
  • (..) some record albums? Here, take five dollars. Or-Or ten. You promised you were going to quit. (slams) (children laughing) (dog barking in distance) Ma, I'm home! (door opens) Hey, hey! (..)
    2002 Catch Me If You Can