knock down
/ˈnɑkˌdaʊn/
noun
- A price reduction or a bargain.
- We found a knock-down on a high-end blender at the outlet store.
- The manager gave us a knock-down because the item was slightly damaged.
- The clearance sale offered huge knock-downs on last season's shoes.
- An item of furniture or equipment that is sold unassembled.
- The store specializes in knock-downs for do-it-yourself customers.
- Most of their desks are knock-downs that require assembly.
- He prefers knock-downs because they are easier to move.
adjective
- Extremely low or reduced, especially in price.
- The auction started with a knock-down bid of just $10.
- The store is offering knock-down prices on all winter coats.
- We got a knock-down deal on the furniture because it was the floor model.
- Describing furniture or equipment that is sold unassembled and can be taken apart for easy transport.
- We bought a knock-down table that we put together in an hour.
- The bookshelf came in a knock-down kit with instructions and screws.
- Many flat-pack cabinets are knock-down designs for shipping.
- Overwhelming or forceful, especially in an argument or competition.
- She gave a knock-down speech that convinced everyone to vote for her.
- His knock-down performance in the debate left no room for doubt.
- The lawyer presented knock-down evidence that won the case.