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pile driver

noun

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.
a person who operates such a machine.
a person who hits or attacks forcefully or powerfully.
Wrestling. a move whereby an opponent is turned upside down and slammed headfirst to the mat.
British Sports. a powerful stroke, hit, kick, etc.

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Nearby words

  1. pilchard,
  2. pilcomayo,
  3. pilcrow,
  4. pile,
  5. pile cap,
  6. pile into,
  7. pile shoe,
  8. pile up,
  9. pile-driver,
  10. pile-on

Origin of pile driver

First recorded in 1765–75
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