1550s, "to trouble, afflict, harass," later "to beat, thrash" (1560s), of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to Middle French troncer "to cut, cut off a piece from," from tronce "piece of timber," from Old French tronc (see trunk). Related: Trounced; trouncing.
实用例句
1. Now, I'll show you how to trounce your husband.
现在, 我要教你怎样打败你的丈夫.
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2. You may want to reinforce your leadership in a market or trounce a competitive brand.
