smash

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Pronunciation
/smæʃ/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

The sound of a violent impact; a violent striking together.

Example Sentences
  • I could hear the screech of the brakes, then the horrible smash of cars colliding.
2 Definition

A traffic collision.

Example Sentences
  • The driver and two passengers were badly injured in the smash.
3 Definition

Something very successful or popular (as music, food, fashion, etc); a hit.

Example Sentences
  • This new show is sure to be a smash.
4 Definition

A very hard overhead shot hit sharply downward.

Example Sentences
  • A smash may not be as pretty as a good half volley, but it can still win points.
5 Definition

A bankruptcy.

6 Definition

A kind of julep cocktail containing chunks of fresh fruit that can be eaten after finishing the drink.

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To break (something brittle) violently.

Example Sentences
  • The demolition team smashed the buildings to rubble.
2 Definition

To be destroyed by being smashed.

Example Sentences
  • The crockery smashed as it hit the floor.
3 Definition

To hit extremely hard.

Example Sentences
  • Bonds smashed the ball 467 feet, the second longest home run in the history of the park.
4 Definition

To ruin completely and suddenly.

Example Sentences
  • The news smashed any hopes of a reunion.
5 Definition

To defeat overwhelmingly; to gain a comprehensive success.

Example Sentences
  • I really smashed that English exam.
6 Definition

To deform through continuous pressure.

Example Sentences
  • I slowly smashed the modeling clay flat with the palm of my hand.
7 Definition

To have sexual intercourse with.

Example Sentences
  • Would you smash her?