hammered
- 01 C1 Advanced
extremely drunk after drinking too much alcohol.
intoxicated to a high degree. This sense is highly informal and common in British, Canadian, and Australian English.
Simple“He was so hammered after the party that he couldn't find his keys.”
In context“By the time the wedding reception ended, several guests were visibly hammered and had to be escorted to their taxis.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
having a surface that was shaped or flattened by hitting it with a hammer.
having been struck or shaped by a hammer, often resulting in a decorative or functional texture.
Simple“The artist sold beautiful hammered copper bowls at the market.”
In context“The artisan used a specialized tool to create a hammered finish on the silver plate, giving it a unique, handcrafted appearance.”
UsageOften used to describe metalwork or jewelry finishes.
“Heavy rains have hammered Indiana over the past week, causing rivers to crest and setting new records.”
“Victor Osimhen, one of the world’s highest-rated strikers, was already at Galatasaray , where he has hammered in 43 league goals in two seasons, plus this campaign’s opener.”