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thrash

[θræʃ]

thrash Definition

  • 1to beat someone or something repeatedly with a stick, whip, or similar instrument
  • 2to move around violently and noisily
  • 3to defeat someone completely in a game or competition

Using thrash: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thrash" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The farmer thrashed the wheat to separate the grains from the straw.

  • Example

    The boxer thrashed his opponent in the ring.

  • Example

    The storm thrashed the trees and power lines.

  • Example

    Our team thrashed the opposing team 5-0 in the championship game.

thrash Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thrash

Antonyms for thrash

Idioms Using thrash

  • beat/thrash a dead horse

    to waste time and effort on a topic that has already been resolved or that no one is interested in

    Example

    We've already decided not to pursue that idea, so let's not beat a dead horse.

  • to discuss something thoroughly and come to a decision or agreement

    Example

    We need to thrash it out before we can move forward with the project.

  • to move around violently and uncontrollably

    Example

    The drowning man thrashed around in the water, trying to stay afloat.

Phrases with thrash

  • to discuss something thoroughly and come to a decision or agreement

    Example

    We need to thrash out the details of the contract before we sign it.

  • a subgenre of heavy metal music characterized by fast tempos, complex guitar riffs, and aggressive vocals

    Example

    Slayer is one of the most influential bands in thrash metal.

  • to move around violently and uncontrollably

    Example

    The fish thrashed about on the deck of the boat.

Origins of thrash

from Old English 'þerscan', meaning 'to thresh grain'

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Summary: thrash in Brief

The verb 'thrash' [θræʃ] means to beat someone or something repeatedly, move around violently and noisily, or defeat someone completely. It can refer to separating grains from straw or winning a game. Phrases like 'thrash out' and 'thrash around' denote thorough discussion or violent movement, while idioms like 'beat/thrash a dead horse' imply wasting time on a resolved topic.