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Thrash - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

thrash

/θræʃ/ /θræʃ/

Definition:

To beat violently or repeatedly; to defeat decisively; to move wildly or violently.

Synonyms:

beat, pound, flail, whip, pummel

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

caress, soothe

Common Collocations:

thrash metal, thrash about, thrash out a deal

Derivatives:

thrasher, thrashing

Usage Tips:

Use "thrash" for violent movement or decisive defeat; avoid for gentle actions.

Common Phrases:

thrash out, thrash around, thrash someone soundly

Etymology:

Old English "þrescan," meaning to beat or thresh grain; related to Dutch "dorsen."

Examples:

  • 1. The waves began to thrash against the boat during the storm.
  • 2. He thrashed his opponent in the boxing match last night.
  • 3. The fish thrashed wildly as she pulled it onto the shore.
  • 4. They had to thrash out the details of the contract before signing.

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