Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
slam
verb
/slæm/
Definition
To shut something forcefully and noisily.
Examples
- He slammed the door behind him in anger.
- The basketball player slammed the ball into the hoop.
- She couldn’t help but slam her book down after reading the final chapter.
Meaning
Slam refers to the act of closing a door, a window, or any other object with a sudden and impactful motion, often producing a loud noise.
Synonyms
- bang
- thump
- crash
- smash
- strike
