claw hammer
Plural
claw hammers
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a versatile hand tool with a flat striking surface on one side used for driving nails into various materials, and a curved, V-shaped claw on the other side used for removing nails or prying objects apart
A claw hammer is a type of hammer that features a flat striking surface on one end and a pair of curved, pronged claws on the other. The flat end is used for driving nails into wood or other materials, while the claws are designed for pulling nails out. The claws are typically V-shaped and allow for leverage when removing nails. Claw hammers are commonly used in woodworking, construction, and general home repairs for tasks that require both driving and removing nails.
- He grabbed the claw hammer to drive the nails into the wooden frame.
- The carpenter used the claw hammer to pull out a bent nail from the floorboard.
- After finding the right size nail, she reached for the claw hammer on the workbench.
- He swung the claw hammer with precision to ensure the nails went in straight.
- I need a claw hammer to fix the loose door frame in the hallway.
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