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Meaning of the word "beat up" in English

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beat up

US /biːt ˈʌp/
UK /biːt ˈʌp/
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Phrasal Verb

1.

to hit and kick someone repeatedly, causing injury

Example:
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The gang members beat up the rival leader.
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He was beaten up badly and hospitalized.
Synonym:
assaultbatterthrashpummelmaul

Adjective

1.

damaged or worn out from heavy use or age

Example:
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The old car was pretty beat up, but it still ran.
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His shoes looked really beat up after the hike.
Synonym:
batteredworn outdilapidatedshabbydecrepit
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beat up onbeatbeat downbeat offbeat outthe Beat Generationa stick to beat someone with