kerwallop

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From ker- +‎ wallop.

Noun[edit]

kerwallop (plural kerwallops)

  1. A sudden wallop or onrush.
    • 2009, Mary Herczog, Frommer's New Orleans 2010:
      Each is tender and juicy and seasoned to give it an enhancing kerwallop but not enough to overpower the flavorful meat.

Adverb[edit]

kerwallop (not comparable)

  1. With a sudden wallop or onrush.