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Meaning of wallop
to hit or strike something or someone with great force
Etymology of wallop
The word "wallop" has its origins in the mid-17th century, likely imitative of the sound of a loud blow
It has been used in English since the 1600s to describe a strong, forceful hit or impact
Synonyms
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "wallop" as a verb meaning to hit or strike something or someone with great force, typically making a loud noise
- * It can also be used as a noun to refer to a loud, resonant sound, especially one made by a blow or impact
Usage Examples
- The boxer's punch landed with a loud wallop, sending his opponent crashing to the ground
- * The firework exploded with a deafening wallop, startling everyone in the crowd
- * The storm hit the coast with a tremendous wallop, causing widespread damage and flooding