Beat up
/ˈbiːt ʌp/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To physically assault someone, often causing injury.
- The gang beat him up after school.
- He was beaten up by the muggers, but fortunately he wasn't seriously hurt.
2. To damage or wear out something by rough treatment or heavy use.
- The constant use has beaten up that old car.
- After so many years, the book was beaten up and missing pages.
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