verb
- reduces to fine particles or powder by crushing, grinding, or beating
- defeats completely or overwhelmingly
Usage: British spelling
Usage: informal; British spelling
Examples
- The machine pulverises the limestone into fine powder.
- She pulverises the garlic with a mortar and pestle.
- The mill pulverises grain for flour production.
- The home team pulverises their opponents 5-0.
- His argument pulverises the opposition’s claims.
- The critic pulverises the new film in her review.