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slammer

American  
[slam-er] / ˈslæm ər /

noun

  1. a person or thing that slams. slam.

  2. Also called the slamSlang. Usually the slammer. a prison.


slammer British  
/ ˈslæmə /

noun

  1. slang prison

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Etymology

Origin of slammer

First recorded in 1955–60; slam 1 + -er 1

Example Sentences

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Unburdened by ending his 11-year wait for a fifth major to join the all time greats as a grand slammer, he is now heading to his favourite venue on and off the course.

From BBC

The series finale includes an homage to the pilot, twisting the circumstances so that this time, it’s Midge bailing Susie out of the slammer and hearing about her heartbreak.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr. Lowe claims a false accusation from American Airlines sent him to the slammer for more than two weeks.

From Washington Times

Whatever landed them in the after-school slammer, these teenagers were already trapped by forces far beyond their control.

From New York Times

“Is this new guy, Fred, the Duke what got us tossed into the slammer?”

From Literature