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Beating Definition & Meaning

beating
noun
  1. the act of overcoming or outdoing
  2. the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows

"Beating" in song lyrics

See how beating is used in real songs:

  • "Shes like a cardiac still beating"
    2Mex f/ Awol One — Baby I Ain't Joking
  • "He's on the run beating"
    Almighty f/ 60 Second Assassin — Dead Flowers
  • "I can hear the drum beating"
    Miri Ben-Ari f/ Anthony Hamilton, Scarface — Sunshine to the Rain

Usage tips for "beating"

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Frequently asked questions

What does beating mean?
the act of overcoming or outdoing the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows
What part of speech is beating?
Beating is a noun.
How many definitions does beating have?
Beating has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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