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mallet

The word “mallet” has 2 syllables: mal-let

It's pronounced as /ˈmælɪt/

What is synonym and antonym for mallet?

In the thesaurus, “mallet” has 49 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for mallet along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for mallet

Meanings of mallet

  • noun
    1. A type of hammer with a larger-than-usual head made of wood, rubber or similar non-iron material, used by woodworkers for driving a tool, such as a chisel. A kind of maul.
    2. A weapon resembling the tool, but typically much larger.
    3. A small hammer-like tool used for playing certain musical instruments.
    4. A light beetle with a long handle used in playing croquet.
    5. The stick used to strike the ball in the sport of polo.
  • verb
    1. To beat or strike with a mallet.

Example Sentences

  • He used a mallet to gently tap the chisel into the wood.
  • The carpenter picked up the mallet to shape the delicate carving.
  • The judge struck the mallet on the podium, signaling the start of the trial.
  • She carefully swung the mallet to knock in the wooden stakes.
  • The mallet made a loud thudding sound when it hit the metal.

On this page you'll find 49 synonyms or another words to mallet, such as: bastinade, bastinado, bat, baton, beetle, billy, billy club.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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