bullying

English

/ˈbʊl.i.ɪŋ/

noun
Definitions
  • An act of intimidating a person to do something, especially such repeated coercion.
  • Persistent acts intended to make life unpleasant for another person.

Etymology

Affix from English bully.

Origin

English

bully

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