sandbag

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a bag filled with sand; used as a weapon or to build walls or as ballast
  2. verb treat harshly or unfairly
  3. verb compel by coercion, threats, or crude means

Etymology

From sand + bag.

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