Oliver
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɑlɪvɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Oliver is a noun meaning (archaic, rare) A small tilt hammer, worked by the foot.
Meaning
(archaic, rare) A small tilt hammer, worked by the foot.
Example Sentences
I hear, with the song that she sings me in lullaby tones, / The noise of the nailshops, the ringing of hammers, the groans / Of deep-heaving bellows, the "oliver's" thud on the die, […]
Word Forms
- olivers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dorr, fatty, olive, hallmark, ollie, ole.
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