Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rough-up
verb
/ˈrʌf ʌp/
Definition
To physically assault or mistreat someone.
Examples
- The gang threatened to rough up anyone who interfered.
- It’s not okay to rough up someone just because you’re angry.
- The security guards were accused of roughing up a suspect.
Meaning
Rough-up refers to an act of using force or violence to harm someone. It often implies an aggressive confrontation or a beating.
Synonyms
- assault
- beat up
- attack
- maltreat
