trample
/ˈtræmpəl/
noun
- The sound or act of trampling.
- The trample of feet echoed through the hallway.
- We heard the trample of horses in the distance.
- There was a sudden trample as the children ran outside.
verb
- To step heavily on something, crushing or damaging it.
- He accidentally trampled on my foot while dancing.
- Please don't trample the flowers in the garden.
- The crowd trampled the grass during the concert.
- To treat someone or something with disrespect or disregard; to violate rights or feelings.
- Bullies often trample the feelings of others without thinking.
- The new law tramples on the rights of small business owners.
- She felt her opinions were trampled during the meeting.
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