ˈsændbæɡ n. & v. --n. a
bag filled
with sand for use: 1 (in fortification) for
making temporary defences or for
the protection of a
building etc.
against blast and splinters or floodwaters. 2 as
ballast esp. for a
boat or
balloon. 3 as a
weapon to
inflict a
heavy blow
without leaving a mark. 4 to
stop a
draught from a
window or
door. --v.tr. (-bagged, -bagging) 1
barricade or
defend. 2
place sandbags against (a window,
chink, etc.). 3 fell with a blow from a sandbag. 4 US
coerce by
harsh means. øøsandbagger n.