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Definitions for sockdolager
sɒkˈdɒl ə dʒərsock·dola·ger
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sockdolagernoun
a hard hit, a knockout or finishing blow
sockdolagernoun
something exceptional
sockdolagernoun
A combination of two hooks which close upon each other, by means of a spring, as soon as the fish bites.
Etymology: Uncertain. However:
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sockdolager
A doxology (Ancient Greek: δοξολογία doxologia, from δόξα, doxa 'glory' and -λογία, -logia 'saying') is a short hymn of praises to God in various forms of Christian worship, often added to the end of canticles, psalms, and hymns. The tradition derives from a similar practice in the Jewish synagogue, where some version of the Kaddish serves to terminate each section of the service.
Webster Dictionary
Sockdolagernoun
that which finishes or ends a matter; a settler; a poser, as a heavy blow, a conclusive answer, and the like
Sockdolagernoun
a combination of two hooks which close upon each other, by means of a spring, as soon as the fish bites
Etymology: [A corruption of doxology.]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of sockdolager in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of sockdolager in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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