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Definition of Hammerhead

1. Noun. A stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence.

2. Noun. The striking part of a hammer.

3. Noun. Medium-sized live-bearing shark with eyes at either end of a flattened hammer-shaped head; worldwide in warm waters; can be dangerous.

Definition of Hammerhead

1. n. A shark of the genus Sphyrna or Zygæna, having the eyes set on projections from the sides of the head, which gives it a hammer shape. The Sphyrna zygæna is found in the North Atlantic. Called also hammer fish, and balance fish.

Definition of Hammerhead

1. Noun. The portion of a hammer containing the metal striking face (also including the claw or peen if so equipped). ¹

2. Noun. (zoology) Any of various sharks of the genus ''Sphyrna'' or ''Zygaena'' having the eyes set on projections from the sides of the head, which gives it a hammer shape. ¹

3. Noun. (zoology) A fresh-water fish; the stone-roller in the minnow family Cyprinidae. ¹

4. Noun. (zoology) An African fruit bat ''Hypsignathus monstrosus'', so called from its large blunt nozzle. ¹

5. Noun. (slang) A stupid person, a dunce. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Hammerhead

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Medical Definition of Hammerhead

1. 1. A shark of the genus Sphyrna or Zygaena, having the eyes set on projections from the sides of the head, which gives it a hammer shape. The Sphyrna zygaena is found in the North Atlantic. Called also hammer fish, and balance fish. 2. A fresh water fish; the stone-roller. 3. An African fruit bat (Hypsignathus monstrosus); so called from its large blunt nozzle. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hammerhead

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