clout
/klˈaʊt/
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Definitions
Noun
a target used in archery
Noun
special advantage or influence; "the chairman''s nephew has a lot of pull"
Noun
a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood
Noun
(boxing) a blow with the fist; "I gave him a clout on his nose"
Verb
strike hard, especially with the fist; "He clouted his attacker"
More Specific Terms
counter
counterpunch
haymaker
hook
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knockout punch
KO punch
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