Definition of 'clout'

Noun

1. a target used in archery
2. special advantage or influence; "the chairman's nephew has a lot of pull"
      Synonyms: pull
3. a short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood
      Synonyms: clout nail
4. (boxing) a blow with the fist; "I gave him a clout on his nose"
      Synonyms: punch poke lick biff

Verb

1. strike hard, especially with the fist; "He clouted his attacker"

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