Bullying Definition

bullying
adjective
  1. noisily domineering; tending to browbeat others
noun
  1. the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something

"Bullying" in song lyrics

See how bullying is used in real songs:

  • "boys teasing girls they like call them ugly dog bullying"
    AOL — AOL
  • "boys teasing calling pretty girls ugly dog bullying"
    AOL — AOL
  • "boys teasing calling pretty girls ugly bullying"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "bullying"

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