Difference between Sledgehammer and Sledge

What is the difference between Sledgehammer and Sledge?

Sledgehammer as a noun is a hammer that consists of a large, heavy, broad and flat block of metal (the head) attached to a handle typically 0.5 meter to 1 meter long. the sledgehammer's design is meant to allow it to be swung powerfully, and to distribute force over a wide area upon impact. while Sledge as a noun is (or sledgehammer) a heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc.

Sledgehammer

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A hammer that consists of a large, heavy, broad and flat block of metal (the head) attached to a handle typically 0.5 meter to 1 meter long. The sledgehammer's design is meant to allow it to be swung powerfully, and to distribute force over a wide area upon impact.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To strike with a sledgehammer.

Sledge

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to hit with a sledgehammer.to drag or draw a sledge.to ride, travel with or transport in a sledge.(originally cricket) (originally Australian) to verbally insult or abuse an opponent in order to distract them (considered unsportsmanlike).

Part of speech: noun

Definition: (or sledgehammer) a heavy, long handled maul or hammer used to drive stakes, wedges, etc.a low sled drawn by animals, typically on snow, ice or grass.any type of sled or sleigh.

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