smash — to break something into pieces violently
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to break something into pieces violently
Pronunciation (IPA): /smæʃ/
Example Sentences
- My mom will smash me if she finds out I broke her favorite vase.
- The new K-pop group's debut song was an absolute smash!
- I accidentally smashed my phone screen while trying to kill a mosquito.
smash
VERB[/smæʃ/]
to break something into pieces violently
A smash hammer breaks a vase into pieces in a game room
One smash creates a bash and crash — a dash of force and a flash of raw power
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Likely of imitative origin, possibly influenced by Old Norse 'smakkr' (a taste or flavor) or a blend of 'smite' and 'mash'. The word emerged in English around the 17th century, with the sense of violent breaking being the primary meaning.
Breakdown
No clear morpheme breakdown; 'smash' is likely a monomorphemic word of imitative/onomatopoetic origin, possibly blending 'smite' (to strike) + 'mash' (to crush)
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📝Examples
“My mom will smash me if she finds out I broke her favorite vase.”
“The new K-pop group's debut song was an absolute smash!”
“I accidentally smashed my phone screen while trying to kill a mosquito.”
“The car smashed into the tree during the heavy rain.”
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