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(shel-lack-ing) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a decisive defeat or beating.

Example Sentence

The team suffered a shellacking in the final match, losing by a wide margin.

More Example Sentences

After the shellacking in the debate, the candidate reconsidered his strategy.

Synonyms

trouncing; drubbing; thrashing

Antonyms

victory; win; triumph

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