trample

Meanings

• Verb

  To tread or trample on something or someone, typically to crush or destroy it.

  - "He accidentally tramped on a beetle."
  - "The crowd surged forward, trampling those in their path."

• Verb

  To walk or dance on a floor or other surface with heavy or boisterous steps.

  - "The band encouraged the audience to trample the floor."
  - "She couldn't trample the leaves in her excitement."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtɹæmpəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with trample
Campbell , Hamper , Panther , Tamper

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Variants

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trample , trampled , trampler , tramplers , tramples , trampling

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Etymology

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Old French 'trampler' or Latin 'tremuere' meaning 'to tremble' or 'to shake', likely due to the violent, shaking motion of trampling.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'trample' has been used in various contexts throughout history, including in ancient Roman gladiatorial games and medieval tournaments.

2. In the context of wine tasting, 'trampling' refers to the process of crushing grapes to extract their juice.

3. Trampling is also used in the context of dance, particularly in traditional Irish and Scottish dance styles.

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Related Concepts

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1. Stomp: A verb synonymous with 'trample'. It can refer to the act of crushing or destroying something, or dancing with heavy footsteps.

2. Trample Down: A phrase used to describe the act of overwhelming or defeating an opponent or adversary.

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Culture

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Trample has been used in various forms of literature and art, often symbolizing power, dominance, or destruction. In the context of art, the term 'trompe l'oeil trample' refers to a painting technique that creates an illusion of depth and texture.

How to Memorize "trample"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself standing on a mat or a piece of paper and applying pressure with your feet, crushing it beneath you.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'trample' with the image of a herd of elephants or cattle, crushing the grass beneath their feet.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence like 'Tom the Trampler' or 'Trampling Tina' to help remember the word.

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