First Known Use: 1772
Dictionary
bam
noun \ˈbam\
: a sudden loud noise
Full Definition of BAM
: a sudden loud noise —often used interjectionally to indicate a sudden impact or occurrence <was fine, then bam, he lost his job>
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Origin of BAM
imitative
BAM
abbreviation
Definition of BAM
1
bachelor of applied mathematics
2
bachelor of arts in music
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