beating
noun/ˈbiɾɪŋ/
Frequency rank: #2,312 most common English word
Meaning
a repeated hitting or striking of something; a defeat or punishment.
Example sentence
After hours of practice, she finally gave the drum kit quite beating with both hands.
Synonyms & related words
- pounding
- striking
- thrashing
- hammering
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