<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a blow, especially with the hand; cuff.</li><li>pull; strong influence; muscle, especially political power.</li><li>a long hit, especially an extra-base hit.</li><li>the mark or target shot at, especially in long-distance shooting.</li><li>a shot that hits the mark.</li><li>a nail for attaching sheet metal to wood, having a short shank with a broad head.</li><li>a patch or piece of cloth or other material used to mend something.</li><li>any worthless piece of cloth; rag.</li><li>an article of clothing (usually used contemptuously).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to strike, especially with the hand; cuff.</li><li>to bandage.</li><li>to patch; mend.</li></ul>