Trounce — synonyms, definition

1. trounce (Verb)

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trounce (Verb) — Beat thoroughly and conclusively in a competition or fight. ex. "We trounced the other team on Sunday!"

trounce (Verb) — Beat severely with a whip or rod. ex. "The children were severely trounced"

trounce (Verb) — Come out better in a competition, race, or conflict.

trounce (Verb) — Censure severely or angrily. ex. "The deputy trounced the Prime Minister"

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