Meaning of the word trample in English

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

trample

US /ˈtræm.pəl/

UK /ˈtræm.pəl/

tread on and crush

Example:

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The crowd trampled the flowers in the garden.

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Be careful not to trample the small plants.

Synonym:

crush stomp tread on flatten squash

treat with contempt or disregard

Example:

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He felt his rights were being trampled upon.

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The new policy seems to trample on individual freedoms.

Synonym:

disregard violate infringe abuse oppress

the act of treading on and crushing something

Example:

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The sudden trample of hooves shook the ground.

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Avoid the trample of the crowd during the rush hour.

Synonym:

stomp tread crush squash