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crushed

The correct spelling is crushed.

How to pronounce crushed

verb

IPA: /kɹʌʃt/

Say it like: Cru-she-d

The correct spelling is crushed. To press between two hard objects; to squeeze so as to alter the natural shape or integrity of it, or to force together into a mass. For example: "to crush grapes"

Usage Examples

to crush grapes

to crush quartz

After the corruption scandal, the opposition crushed the ruling party in the elections

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To press between two hard objects; to squeeze so as to alter the natural shape or integrity of it, or to force together into a mass.
  2. 2.To reduce to fine particles by pounding or grinding
  3. 3.To overwhelm by pressure or weight.
  4. 4.To oppress or grievously burden.
  5. 5.To overcome completely; to subdue totally.

adjective

  1. 1.Pulverized, rendered into small, disconnected fragments.
  2. 2.Broken, saddened, depressed.
  3. 3.Of a fabric, having the appearance of having been crushed.

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