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Definition of bashing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
attackact of attacking someone physically or with harsh words
- The article criticized the constant bashing of celebrities.
Adjective
1.
criticisminvolving strong criticism or attack
- The article was full of bashing comments.
2.
aggressioncharacterized by aggressive or violent actions
- The bashing behavior of the fans was alarming.
Expressions with bashing
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persistent effort or work on a difficult task
Her bashing away at the project showed great determination.
receive a long, loud, or harsh scolding
He got an ear bashing from his boss after the mistake.
criticize someone or something harshly
The critics gave a bashing to the new movie.
criticize someone very harshly
The press gave the politician a bashing for his mistake.
receive strong criticism or disapproval
The politician took a bashing from the media.
strong criticism or blaming of news organizations
There has been a lot of media bashing during the election.
criticism or attacks against labor unions
The politician's speech was full of union bashing.
violent attacks on LGBTQ+ individuals
Queer-bashing incidents have increased in recent years.
repeatedly pressing buttons quickly without careful control
Button bashing is common in fighting games.
physical attacks against gay people
The community condemned the recent gay-bashing incidents.
assault or abuse of elderly persons
Granny-bashing is a serious crime in many countries.
resting or relaxing in a lazy manner
After a long week, I spent Sunday spine-bashing.
peeling potatoes, often as a military duty or punishment
He was assigned spud-bashing for the week.
military training exercises on a parade ground
The recruits spent the morning square-bashing.
Origin of bashing
Unknown
Examples of bashing in a sentence
Online bashing of the referee intensified after the controversial call. The review was filled with bashing remarks about the film. His bashing speech offended many in the audience. The bashing remarks in the debate were uncalled for. His bashing attitude towards the team was criticized.
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- French:dénigrement, virulent, ...
- German:Verunglimpfung, schmähend, ...
- Italian:linciaggio, denigratorio, ...
- Spanish:paliza, crítico, ...
- Portuguese:agressão, crítico, ...
- Chinese:抨击, 抨击的, ...
- Japanese:バッシング, 攻撃的な, ...
- Arabic:تَقْرِيع, اِنْتِقَادِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:הַכָּאָה, מַשְׁמִיץ, ...
- Russian:избиение, резкий, ...
- Ukrainian:наїзд, критичний, ...
- Hindi:हमला, आलोचनात्मक, ...
Definition of bash - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
actiontr. hit something hard in a rough waytr.
- He bashed the door with his shoulder.
2.
motionintr. collide with something forcefullyintr.
- The car bashed into the wall.
3.
- The critics will bash the new movie mercilessly..
Noun
1.
physicalforceful blow or impact
- He received a bash on the head.
2.
- They threw a big bash for her birthday.
Expressions with bash
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damage something by hitting it repeatedly
The kids bashed about the old car in the yard.
treat someone or something roughly or carelessly
He bashed around the equipment without any concern.
damage by hitting hard
The vandals bashed in the car windows.
continue doing something despite difficulties
Even when tired, she decided to bash on.
continue doing something despite difficulties
Even with the rain, they decided to bash on regardless.
write or type quickly without much thought
She bashed out the report in an hour.
make or put together quickly without much care
They bashed together a meal from leftovers.
damage something by hitting it hard
The storm bashed up the old barn.
large and lively party or celebration
We attended a big bash for her birthday.
lively party celebrating someone's birthday
We had a great time at her birthday bash.
try or attempt something
I'll have a bash at fixing the car this weekend.
organize a big fun party for people
They decided to throw a bash for her birthday.
improve something through strong criticism or pressure
The editor bashed the manuscript into shape with her feedback.
hit someone's head very hard
The villain tried to bash the detective's brains out.
hit someone's head very hard to hurt them badly
The villain threatened to bash his head in.
party or event where people gather to drink beer
We went to a beer bash last night.
hit someone's head violently causing injury
He threatened to bash his head in if he didn't leave.
indicates an action done with little effort or fuss
He fixed the bike, bish bash bosh, in no time.
Origin of bash
Unknown, possibly imitative
Examples of bash in a sentence
The waves bashed the boat against the rocks. He bashed the door with his shoulder. The waves bashed against the rocks. They will bash the proposal during the meeting. He tends to bash his opponents in debates. The boxer delivered a bash to his opponent's jaw.
The vase broke with a loud bash. The New Year's bash was unforgettable. He hosted a bash to celebrate his promotion.
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- French:frapper, coup, ...
- German:schlagen, Schlag, ...
- Italian:sbattere, botta, ...
- Spanish:golpear, golpe, ...
- Portuguese:bater, pancada, ...
- Chinese:砸, 重击, ...
- Japanese:叩く, 強い打撃, ...
- Arabic:ضَرَبَ, لَطْمَة, ...
- Hebrew:לַחְבּוֹט, חֲבָטָה, ...
- Russian:ударять, удар, ...
- Ukrainian:вдарити, удар, ...
- Hindi:जोर से मारना, प्रहार, ...
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