'sledge hammer' definitions:

Definition of 'sledge hammer'

From: GCIDE
  • Sledge \Sledge\, n. [AS. slecge,from sle['a]n to strike, beat. See Slay, v. t.] A large, heavy hammer, usually wielded with both hands; -- called also sledge hammer. [1913 Webster]
  • With his heavy sledge he can it beat. --Spenser. [1913 Webster]