I. ˈblə-jən noun
Etymology: origin unknown
Date: 1730
1. : a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon
2. : something used to attack or bully
the bludgeon of satire
II. transitive verb
Date: 1868
1. : to hit with heavy impact
2. : to attack or overcome by aggressive argument : bully
mental bludgeon ing