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/ˈpaʊndɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
a heavy, loud blow or strike.
He felt a pounding in his chest after the intense workout.
a rhythmic or heavy beating.
The pounding of the drums could be heard from blocks away.
verb
to hit or strike repeatedly with great force.
The boxer was pounding his opponent with a series of jabs.
to make a loud, heavy noise, often in a rhythmic or frenetic manner.
The rain was pounding against the roof all night long.
to move with force or great effort.
She was pounding the pavement in her morning run.
Etymology
From the Old English 'punian', which means to beat.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pounding the pavement:
Referring to walking or running, especially for exercise or to find work.
get a pounding:
To experience a severe defeat or criticism.
pounding headache:
A very intense headache.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To engage in sexual intercourse vigorously.
They were really pounding it out in the back room.
To party or dance energetically.
We were pounding all night at the club.