Meaning of the word mauled in English
What does mauled mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mauled
US /mɔːld/
UK /mɔːld/
Verb
1.
to injure (a person or animal) by scratching and tearing
Example:
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The bear mauled the hiker, leaving him with severe injuries.
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The dog had mauled the toy beyond recognition.
2.
to treat (someone or something) roughly or clumsily
Example:
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The critics mauled his latest novel.
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He felt mauled by the harsh questioning.
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