hammer
n.— «Amateur, or “ham,” radios have connected people worldwide since the early 1900s. The device might seem technologically outdated, but it’s far from forgotten.…Sunday was not only a special day for fathers but also a celebration for local ham lovers, who sometimes call themselves “hammers.” John Colaluca, of Frederick, has been “hamming” for about 30 years, he said. He got interested when he was a kid.» —“Lost in transmission? Not these radio buffs” by Sarah Fortney Frederick News-Post (Maryland) June 18, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. We all know this proverb means to respect local customs when traveling, or more generally, to go along with a larger group. But why Rome? There’s a surprising story behind this phrase. And: Do we inherit our...
Among ham radio enthusiasts, the word Elmer has become an affectionate term for an experienced ham radio operator who mentors a novice. It’s also used as a verb: Elmering someone means helping a new ham. The term was coined in a 1971 magazine...