haymaker

/HH EY1 M EY0 K ER0/

noun

1
A person or machine which harvests or prepares tall grass for use as animal fodder.
2
(fisticuffs) A particularly powerful punch, especially one which knocks down an opponent, thrown like a scythe chop for cutting hay, as agricultural haymakers used to have strong arms.
3
(by extension) Any decisive blow, shock, or forceful action.

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