bullying
nounUK /ˈbʊl.i.ɪŋ/
US /ˈbʊl.i.ɪŋ/
Bullying is when someone is mean to another person again and again on purpose.
The school has a rule that says bullying is never allowed.
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2. The act of using strength or power to make someone do something.
The bigger kids were bullying the younger ones into giving up their lunch money.
3. Pressuring or forcing someone in a harsh way.
He felt like the coach was bullying him into playing even when he was hurt.
4. Treating someone cruelly over time, often to make them feel small.
Bullying can happen online as well as at school.