thrash: Meaning and Definition of

thrash

1. to beat soundly in punishment; flog.
2. to defeat thoroughly: The home team thrashed the visitors.
3. to force (a close-hauled sailing ship under heavy canvas) against a strong wind or sea.
4. thresh.

1. to toss, or plunge about.
2. to make way against the wind, tide, etc.; beat.
3. thresh.
4. to talk over thoroughly and vigorously in order to reach a decision, conclusion, or understanding; discuss exhaustively.

1. an act or instance of thrashing; beating; blow.
2. thresh.
3. the upward and downward movement of the legs, as in the crawl.
4. a party, usually with drinks.