椎
same as "hammer"; same as "to beat"
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
hammer; mallet
archaicThis is an archaic usage where "椎" is an alternative character for "槌". It primarily refers to a tool for striking or a weight.
In ancient times, blacksmiths used iron hammers to forge weapons.
The book records a torture instrument called a "mallet."
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This wooden pestle is used for grinding medicine.
During the siege, soldiers used a giant ram to batter the city gate.
This bronze hammer is an important archaeological discovery.
verb
to beat; to pound; to strike
archaicThis is an archaic usage where "椎" is an alternative character for "捶". It describes the action of hitting or pounding.
He beat his chest, filled with regret.
The woman was pounding clothes by the river.
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Ancient methods of brewing alcohol required pounding the grains.
He was so angry he pounded the table.
This poem describes the scene of soldiers beating drums as they set off for war.