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Meaning of the word "bang up" in English

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bang up

US /bæŋ ʌp/
UK /bæŋ ʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to damage something, especially a vehicle, by hitting it

Example:
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He managed to bang up his new car on the first day.
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Be careful not to bang up the furniture when moving it.
Synonym:
damagedentdingscratchmar
2.

to put someone in prison

Example:
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The police finally managed to bang up the notorious criminal.
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He was banged up for five years for robbery.
Synonym:
imprisonjailincarcerateconfinedetain

Adjective

1.

damaged or injured

Example:
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After the accident, his car was pretty banged up.
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He came home from the game all banged up, with bruises and scrapes.
Synonym:
damagedbatteredbruisedscratchedinjured
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