Bash

/bæʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a party or celebration.

They threw a big bash for her birthday, inviting all their friends and family.

a forceful blow or strike.

With one bash of the hammer, the nail was driven into the wood.

verb

to strike heavily or forcefully.

He bashed the door with a heavy tool to break it open.

to criticize or attack someone or something forcefully.

The critics bashed the movie for its poor plot and lack of character development.

Origin unknown, possibly imitative of the sound of striking.

bash in

To break in forcefully.

bash out

To complete something quickly and carelessly.

bash away

To work away tirelessly.

smash

To break something into pieces with force.

hit

To strike someone or something.

party

A social gathering of invited guests.

To party or celebrate loudly.

We’re going to bash it up this weekend!

To criticize someone harshly.

Don't bash him; he's just trying to help.