bash

bash · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    Strike heavily and violently.

  2. 2.

    [informal]Criticize severely.

  3. 3.

    [informal]A heavy blow or strike.

  4. 4.

    [informal, British]A party or social event.

  5. 5.

    [informal]An attempt.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    bash someone's head in — Attack someone violently.
  • •
    have a bash — Make an attempt.
  • •
    bash out — Produce something quickly.
  • •
    bash on — Continue despite difficulties (British).
  • •
    bash up — Beat up; damage.

Related words

Antonyms: praise, protect
See also: hit, party, smash, strike
Synonyms: criticize, hit, smash, strike

Etymology

Possibly of Scandinavian origin; compare Swedish basa ("to beat, whip") and Danish baske ("to strike"). First recorded in the 17th century.