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    Marteau (en. Hammer)

    maʁ.to

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A solid utensil, usually made of metal, used for striking.
    He used a hammer to drive in the nail.
    Il a utilisé un marteau pour enfoncer le clou.
    Metaphor for an instrument of coercion or control.
    This government decision was viewed as a hammer on individual freedoms.
    Cette décision du gouvernement a été vue comme un marteau sur les libertés individuelles.
    In construction jargon, refers to a blow struck with force.
    The carpenter handed a hammer to adjust the wooden piece.
    Le menuisier a donné un marteau pour ajuster la pièce en bois.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'malletum', diminutive of 'malleus' which means 'hammer'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take the hammer
    To act with severity or force.
    prendre le marteau
    war hammer
    Symbol of a conflict or military commitment.
    marteau de guerre
    knock on wood
    To avoid talking about unlucky subjects by tapping on a wooden surface.
    toucher du bois

    Related Words

    nail
    A pointed metal object used to drive into wood or other materials.
    clou
    percussion
    The act of striking an object to produce a sound or to join materials.
    percussion

    Slang Meanings

    A violent or unexpected blow.
    He got a hammer in the back and couldn't get up.
    Il a reçu un marteau dans le dos et n'a pas pu se relever.
    A tough or stern person.
    Don't be a hammer, try to be more understanding!
    Ne sois pas un marteau, essaie d'être plus compréhensif!