Meaning of the word pummeling in English

What does pummeling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pummeling

US /ˈpʌm.əl.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈpʌm.əl.ɪŋ/

Noun

a continuous and heavy beating or bombardment

Example:
The boxer took a severe pummeling in the final round.
The company took a financial pummeling after the scandal.

Verb

1.

to strike repeatedly with the fists

Example:
The angry crowd began pummeling the car with their fists.
He was pummeling the heavy bag in the gym.
2.

to defeat heavily in a contest or competition

Example:
Our team was pummeling the opposition with a score of 5-0.
The stock market was pummeling investors with heavy losses.
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