fall of the hammer

fall of the hammer. An auctioneer’s closing of bidding (the bureau will be sold at the fall of the hammer). • Traditionally, an auctioneer bangs a hammer, gavel, or other object when bidding is closed. In some circumstances, such as online auctions, a verbal announcement that bidding is closed substitutes.

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