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Meaning of browbeat

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

browbeat

Pronunciation:/ˈbɹaʊ.biːt//ˈbɹaʊ.biːt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To bully in an intimidating, bossy, or supercilious way.

    Example: Though the teacher browbeat all the children, they still acted out during the lesson.