Meaning & Definition of word "Pounding"

Pounding

/ˈpaʊndɪŋ/

1. a heavy, loud blow or strike.
- Example: He felt a pounding in his chest after the intense workout.
2. a rhythmic or heavy beating.
- Example: The pounding of the drums could be heard from blocks away.

1. to hit or strike repeatedly with great force.
- Example: The boxer was pounding his opponent with a series of jabs.
2. to make a loud, heavy noise, often in a rhythmic or frenetic manner.
- Example: The rain was pounding against the roof all night long.
3. to move with force or great effort.
- Example: She was pounding the pavement in her morning run.

●From the Old English 'punian', which means to beat.

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.

pound:

To hit or strike heavily.

thump:

To hit heavily and make a noise.

beat:

To strike repeatedly.

Meaning: To engage in sexual intercourse vigorously.

● Example Sentence: They were really pounding it out in the back room.

Meaning: To party or dance energetically.

● Example Sentence: We were pounding all night at the club.