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Meaning of sandbag in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    sandbag

    Definitions

    1. treat harshly or unfairly
  2. 2. compel by coercion, threats, or crude means

    Examples

    • « They sandbagged him to make dinner for everyone »
  3. 3. hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag
  4. 4. downplay one's ability (towards others) in a game in order to deceive, as in gambling
  5. 5. protect or strengthen with sandbags

    Examples

    • « stop up »
    • « The residents sandbagged the beach front »
  6. Noun

    sandbag

    Definitions

    1. a bag filled with sand

    Examples

    • « used as a weapon or to build walls or as ballast »

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