sledged

Meanings

• Verb

  To verbally abuse or criticize someone harshly and publicly.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sledged
ledge , pledge , edge

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Variants

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sledge , sledged , sledges , sledging

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Etymology

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Originally from the Scottish word 'sledd' meaning 'to slide' and the past participle suffix '-ed'. It has evolved to mean 'to publicly criticize or ridicule'.

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Trivia

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1. Sledging originated as a term in Scottish sports, particularly curling and shinty.

2. The term 'sledging' gained popularity in Australia during the 1990s, particularly in cricket, where it was used to describe the aggressive verbal exchanges between players during the match.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bullying: Sledging is a form of bullying, where one person uses their power or position to intentionally hurt or embarrass another person.

2. Public shaming: Sledging is a form of public shaming, where someone is criticized or ridiculed in front of a large audience.

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Culture

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In modern English, 'sledged' is often used in the context of sports, particularly snow sports, where athletes may be subjected to public criticism or ridicule for their performance. It can also be used more broadly to describe any form of public humiliation or criticism.

How to Memorize "sledged"

1. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'sledged' as 'slightly ledge-ing' to emphasize the public and harsh nature of the criticism.

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