Definition of bam
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a sudden loud noise
—often used interjectionally to indicate a sudden impact or occurrence was fine, then bam, he lost his job
BAM
abbreviationDefinition of BAM (Entry 2 of 2)
1
bachelor of applied mathematics
2
bachelor of arts in music
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The first known use of bam was in 1772
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