beating
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/ˈbiːtɪŋ/
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/ˈbiːtɪŋ/
repeatedly hitting someone as a form of punishment or during a fight
The criminal received a severe beating for his actions.
罪犯因其行为受到了严厉的打击。
a crushing loss or defeat
The underdog team suffered a humiliating beating at the hands of the champions.
弱势队伍在冠军队手中遭受了羞辱性的打击。
the rhythmic striking of an object, like a drum, or the pulsing of something like a heart
The beating of the drums signaled the start of the parade.
鼓声的敲击标志着游行的开始。