roughshod

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective (of a horse) having horseshoes with projecting nails to prevent slipping
  2. adjective (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
  3. adjective unjustly domineering

Etymology

From rough + shod.

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