Box and Drub

Box

Box verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Usage example: his mother threatened to box his ears if he didn't show a bit more respect
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Synonyms for Box

Drub and box are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Drub" instead a verb "Box".

Nearby Word: boxed

Drub

Drub verb - To strike repeatedly.
Usage example: a crowd was drubbing the purse snatcher when the police arrived on the scene
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Synonyms for Drub

Box and drub are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Box" instead a verb "Drub".
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