Meaning of the word bash in English

What does bash mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bash

US /bæʃ/
UK /bæʃ/

Verb

1.

to strike hard and violently

Example:
He tried to bash the door open with his shoulder.
The waves bashed against the rocks.
2.

to criticize severely

Example:
The critics bashed the new movie.
Don't bash your colleagues behind their backs.

Noun

1.

a heavy blow or hit

Example:
He took a hard bash to the head.
The car suffered a minor bash on the bumper.
2.

a party or social gathering

Example:
We're having a big bash for her birthday.
It was a lively bash with lots of music and dancing.