Definition of mallet

malletnoun

vồ

/ˈmælɪt//ˈmælɪt/

The word "mallet" has a fascinating history. It originates from the Old French word "maillet," which is derived from the Latin "malleus," meaning "hammer." The Latin term is also the source of the English word "malleus," the bone in the human ear responsible for transmitting sound vibrations. The modern English word "mallet" has been in use since the 14th century. Initially, it referred to a type of hammer with a large, rounded head, typically used for shaping wood or crushing stones. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various types of clubs, bludgeons, and tools with a flat or rounded head, used for a range of purposes, from sports to carpentry. Today, the word "mallet" is an essential part of various industries, from golf to baseball, as well as a common tool in many workshops and homes. Its evolutionary journey from a Latin term to its widespread use in modern English is a testament to the language's dynamic nature and its ability to adapt to changing contexts and meanings.

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a wooden tool with a long handle and a large head, used for hitting things

một dụng cụ bằng gỗ có tay cầm dài và đầu to, dùng để đánh đồ vật

Example:
  • Use a heavy mallet to drive in the pegs.

    Sử dụng một cái vồ nặng để đóng chốt.

a piece of equipment with a long handle and a wooden head, used for hitting the ball in the games of croquet and polo

một thiết bị có tay cầm dài và đầu bằng gỗ, dùng để đánh bóng trong trò chơi bóng vồ và polo