Definition of Thrash
Thrash
Thrash


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To move violently or wildly, often in a confused or uncontrolled way.

e.g. The child began to thrash about in the water, causing a big splash.

(verb)
to move in a sudden, jerking, and violent way;

e.g. The fish began to thrash about when they were removed from the water.

(verb)
(informal) to defeat someone severely and/or by a large margin in a competition or game;

e.g. I am sure that we will thrash them, since our team is much stronger than theirs.

(noun)
a sudden and often violent movement, involving repeatedly hitting something or someone;

e.g. With each thrash, the animal seemed to grow weaker. Each thrash of the hammer left a deep dent in the wood.

(noun)
a short section or passage of rock music that is played loudly and quickly, or a particular style of fast-paced rock music derived from heavy metal and punk and characterized by a loud and harsh sound;

e.g. The guitarist played the thrash with great skill. The band mostly plays thrash, but they also play other styles.



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