drub
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B2
/drʌb/
severe beating or defeat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'drub' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'drubben', where the root is likely of imitative/oral origin meaning 'to beat'.
Historical Evolution
'drub' changed from Middle English 'drubben' (or similar dialectal forms) and eventually became the modern English word 'drub'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to beat or strike' and over time the sense expanded to include 'to defeat decisively' in competitions.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a beating or a severe defeat.
After the drub, morale in the team was low.
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Verb 1
to beat someone or something repeatedly and violently; to thrash.
The rivals always drub the newcomers in the first match.
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