bully · verb T /ˈbʊl.i/Full view
bully
C1 to intentionally frighten someone who is smaller or weaker than you
Dictionary examples:

He was bullied at school by some older boys.

She was bullied into leaving.

Learner example:

Nowadays, due to active bullying prevention by the schools, the children are exposed to the bad effects of bullying and how to stand up if anybody tries to bully them. (International English Language Testing System; C1; Kannada)

bully · noun C /ˈbʊl.i/
bully
C1 someone who intentionally frightens a person who is smaller or weaker than them
Dictionary example:

Teachers usually know who the bullies are in a class.

Learner example:

One day you accidentally kill the bully of the village with a sword you found, and you are cast out of the village. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Turkish)

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