1. plural of mauling; instances of rough, violent handling or attack, especially by an animal
Usage: commonly used in news reports about animal attacks
2. plural of mauling; severe defeats or harsh criticisms
Usage: informal; used in sports and media contexts

Examples

• The bear maulings in that region prompted wildlife officials to issue warnings.
• The team suffered several maulings during their losing streak.
• News reports documented multiple maulings by the escaped dog.
• Critics gave the new film harsh maulings in their reviews.
• The boxer's maulings of his opponents were brutal to watch.
• Park rangers investigated the maulings that occurred near the hiking trail.