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British pronunciation
/slæm/

Definition & Meaning of "slam"

to slam
01

to hit or strike with great force, often making a loud noise

Complex Transitive: to slam sth on sth | to slam sth with sth
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Frustrated with the argument, she had to slam her hand on the table to make a point.
The chef angrily slammed the pot on the stove, causing a loud clatter.
02

to forcefully or violently shut or close a door, lid, or other object

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She slammed the door behind her in frustration after the argument.
She violently slammed the window to block out the noise.
2.1

(of a door, lid, or other object) to be closed or shut with force

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The force of the impact caused the trunk of the car to slam unexpectedly.
The door slammed behind her, causing a startle.
03

to hit or throw an object with great strength and intensity

Complex Transitive: to slam sth somewhere
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He slammed the basketball into the hoop, scoring a spectacular dunk.
The pitcher slammed the baseball towards home plate, aiming for a strike.
04

to engage in a style of dance often involving jumping, pushing, and colliding with other dancers

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The fans gathered in the mosh pit, eagerly slamming and thrashing around to the energetic music.
The punk band played their high-energy song, and the crowd began to slam on the dance floor.
05

to inject drugs, typically heroin or other opioids, directly into the bloodstream

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He slammed a shot of heroin before the party started.
She is slamming to get an intense high quickly.
Slam
01

an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect

02

a contract bid in which the declarer aims to win all thirteen tricks, that is, to take all the remaining tricks after the opening lead

What is a "slam"?

A slam in card games like bridge refers to a contract where a team aims to win a large number of tricks, typically 12 or all 13. There are two types of slams: a small slam, which requires winning 12 tricks, and a grand slam, which requires winning all 13 tricks. A slam is a highly ambitious bid and often indicates that a player or team has a very strong hand. Successfully completing a slam results in a higher score compared to regular contracts, as it demonstrates a significant level of skill and hand strength.

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a forceful impact that makes a loud noise

04

the noise made by the forceful impact of two objects

05

a poetry competition in which contestants recite their poems and the audience chooses the winner

What is a "slam"?

A slam is a competitive event in which poets perform their original works before an audience, often featuring a combination of spoken word, performance, and audience engagement. Slam poetry emphasizes both the delivery and content of the poems, encouraging poets to express their emotions and ideas with energy and passion. Participants are judged by audience members or appointed judges, and scores are often given based on criteria like creativity, performance style, and emotional impact. This dynamic form of poetry has gained popularity for its accessibility and ability to address social issues, personal experiences, and cultural themes, fostering a vibrant community of poets and fans.

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