pommelling

Meanings

• verb (pommelling someone or being pommelled)

  A type of physical punishment or assault, typically involving repeated blows with a blunt instrument.

  - "He was pommelled by his trainer during boxing practice."
  - "The prisoner was pommelled by the guards for disobeying orders."

---

Variants

List of all variants of pommelling that leads to same result
pommel , pommeled , pommeling , pommelled , pommelling , pommels

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally derived from the Old French word 'pommer' meaning 'to pummel' or 'to beat', and later adopted into English in the late 15th century.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Pommelling is sometimes used in sports, such as boxing or martial arts, as a training technique.

2. The term 'pommel horse' in gymnastics comes from the French word 'pommeau', which means 'pommel' or 'handle'.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. pummeling: An alternate spelling of pommelling.

2. assault: A related concept, as pommelling involves physical violence or attack.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, pommelling is often used to describe violent confrontations or scenes of physical abuse. In art, it can be depicted as a symbol of power or dominance.

How to Memorize "pommelling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone being hit repeatedly with a heavy object, such as a boxing glove or a baseball bat.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word pommelling with violence, power, or control.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a phrase, such as 'Pounding Man With Large Equipment' (P.M.W.L.E.), to help remember the word.

---

Memorize "pommelling" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize pommelling is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.