Meaning & use
mallet
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A hammer with a large head, typically made of wood or rubber, used for striking something without damaging it.
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He used a rubber mallet to gently tap the tile into place.
Croquet players use a long-handled mallet to hit the ball through the hoops.
A note on using this word
Unlike a metal hammer, a mallet's softer or larger head is designed to spread the force of impact and avoid marking delicate surfaces.
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