English Explanatory Dictionary

brickbatting

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of attacking by swinging or throwing brickbats.
  2. The act of assailing with (sharp) criticism.
verb
  1. present participle and gerund of brickbat

Pronunciation

/ˈbɹɪkbætɪŋ/ /ˈbɹɪkˌbætɪŋ/ [-ɾɪŋ]

Word forms

brickbatting brickbattings

Etymology

From brickbat (noun) + -ing.

Synonyms

chastisement panning vituperation admonishment blame brickbatting castigation censure criticism critique dispraise discommendation reprehension
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