clawhammer
Definition
- Noun:
- A hammer with a cleft at one end for pulling nails: A clawhammer is a type of hammer characterized by a two-pronged, curved "claw" opposite the flat striking face. This claw is designed for gripping and extracting nails from wood.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- He used a clawhammer to remove the old, rusty nails from the fence post.
- Every basic toolbox should contain a reliable clawhammer for carpentry tasks.
- The clawhammer's design makes it indispensable for both driving and pulling nails.
Advanced Usage
- "Clawhammer style" (in music): While the primary meaning is the tool, "clawhammer" can also refer to a specific fingerpicking style used in playing the banjo, named for its resemblance to the hammering motion. This is a distinct, advanced usage.
- She is learning to play traditional folk tunes using the clawhammer technique.
Variants and Related Words
- Hammer (n): A general tool with a heavy head for delivering blows.
- Ball-peen hammer (n): A hammer with a rounded end opposite the face, used in metalworking.
- Mallet (n): A hammer with a large, usually wooden head, used for striking without marring the surface.
- Rip hammer (n): A type of clawhammer with a straighter claw designed for prying and ripping apart wood frames.
Synonyms
- Nail hammer: A general term for a hammer designed for use with nails.
- Carpenter's hammer: Emphasizes its primary use in woodworking.
Notes on Meaning
- The term "clawhammer" specifically denotes the tool's defining feature: the claw for nail extraction. It is not a general term for any hammer.
- The musical term "clawhammer" is a separate, metaphorical extension based on the physical action, not a different meaning of the tool itself.
Noun
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a hammer with a cleft at one end for pulling nails
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