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pile driver

noun
  1. a machine for driving piles, usually composed of a tall framework in which either a weight is raised and dropped on a pile head or in which a steam hammer drives the pile.
  2. a person who operates such a machine.
  3. a person who hits or attacks forcefully or powerfully.
  4. Wrestling. a move whereby an opponent is turned upside down and slammed headfirst to the mat.
  5. British Sports. a powerful stroke, hit, kick, etc.
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Origin of pile driver

First recorded in 1765–75
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