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Brickbat

Definition

A brickbat refers to a piece of brick or a fragment of a brick that is used as a weapon, usually thrown to cause harm or damage. It can also signify a harsh or critical remark.

Examples

As a Noun:

1. He threw a brickbat at the trespasser, hoping to scare him away.

2. The rioters hurled brickbats at the police during the protest.

3. The building's wall was filled with bricks and brickbats from the vandal's attack.

As a Metaphorical Noun:

1. Her speech was full of brickbats, criticizing the government's policies.

2. The book received many brickbats from critics for its lackluster plot.

As a Verb:

1. The bullies brickbatted him with insults and derogatory comments.

2. The politician brickbatted his opponent's stance on the issue during the debate.

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