Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maul
verb
/mɔːl/
Definition
To handle something roughly or clumsily, often resulting in injury or damage.
Examples
- The bear began to maul the unsuspecting camper.
- He was mauled by the criticism he received for his poor performance.
- She accidentally mauled the cake while trying to serve it.
Meaning
The term usually refers to a violent attack or an act of damaging something severely. It can also denote a type of interaction where something is mishandled.
Synonyms
- Attack
- Maul
- Assault
- Rip
- Tear
