Meaning & Definition of word "Pounder"

Pounder

/ˈpaʊndər/

1. A person or thing that pounds or crushes.
- Example: The chef used a heavy pounder to tenderize the meat before cooking.
2. A unit of weight equal to 16 ounces.
- Example: The recipe calls for one pounder of flour to ensure the best texture.
3. A type of fish, specifically a large fish of the genus 'Pounder'.
- Example: We went fishing for pounders off the coast, hoping to catch something big.

●From the verb 'pound', meaning to strike heavily.

pounder of pavement:

A person who walks or runs a lot, especially for exercise or fitness.

pound the pavement:

To walk or run in search of something, often used in the context of job hunting.

pound:

To strike or hit heavily.

meat mallet:

A tool designed to tenderize meat.

striker:

A person or thing that strikes.

Meaning: A term used for someone who consumes a lot of food quickly.

● Example Sentence: That guy is a real pounder during buffets.

Meaning: Colloquially refers to someone who works hard.

● Example Sentence: She’s a pounder; she always finishes her projects ahead of deadline.