What does beat down mean?
Beat down means (slang) A severe beating..
Beat down
/ˈbitˌdaʊn/ · noun
Meaning
(slang) A severe beating..
Definitions by Sense
- (slang) A severe beating.
- (professional wrestling, slang) A prescribed situation, usually to advance an angle or establish character, where two or more wrestlers severely beat up another wrestler or performer.
- (music) A subgenre of hardcore punk influenced by heavy metal.
Word Forms
- beatdowns
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When Should You Use Beat down?
Use beat down when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for beat down?
The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.
What is the opposite of beat down?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use beat down in a sentence?
Use beat down where its definition matches the intended context.
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