1. the act of hitting someone or something repeatedly
2. a defeat in a competition or contest
Usage: informal
3. the regular rhythm or pulsing sound

1. present participle of beat

Examples

• The beating of the drums could be heard from miles away.
• The team took a beating in the championship game.
• She could hear the beating of her own heart.
• The rain was beating against the windows all night.
• He was beating the eggs for the cake batter.
• The boxer avoided a severe beating by dodging quickly.
• The beating of wings announced the bird’s arrival.