trample
verb
UK/ˈtræm.pᵊl/
US/ˈtræm.pᵊl/
Definitions of trample verb
damage
- TransitiveIntransitivePreposition
To step heavily on something or someone, causing damage or injury.
The children accidentally trampled the flowers while playing on the lawn.
Tourists trampled the delicate plants in their rush to take photos.
During the protest, the demonstrators unintentionally trampled on the leaflets on the ground.
disrespect
- TransitiveIntransitivePreposition
To act without respect for someone or something.
They accused the company of trampling on workers' rights for profit.
The policy was criticised for trampling on individual freedoms.
He argued that the bill trampled on constitutional principles.