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Word: Bully
Speech Type: Verb
ˈbʊli
seek to harm, intimidate, or coerce (someone perceived as vulnerable)
Short Definition:seek to harm or intimidate someone vulnerable
Examples:- her 11- year-old son has been constantly bullied at school
- a local man was bullied into helping them
Word: Bully
Speech Type: Noun
mid 16th century: probably from Middle Dutch boele ‘lover’. Original use was as a term of endearment applied to either sex; it later became a familiar form of address to a male friend. The current sense dates from the late 17th century
ˈbʊli
a person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those whom they perceive as vulnerable
Short Definition:person who harms or intimidates vulnerable people
Examples:- he is a ranting, domineering bully
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