towel up
The phrase "towel up" has multiple meanings, especially in Australian English, where it can refer to both drying with a towel and thoroughly defeating someone.
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Definition
A2General
(informal)To dry oneself or another person using a towel.
Example
- After swimming, she towelled up quickly to avoid catching a cold.
B2Australian English
(slang, informal)To thoroughly defeat an opponent in a competition or fight.
Example
- The home team really towelled up their rivals in the final match.
B2Australian English
(slang, informal)To physically beat someone severely.
Example
- He threatened to towel up anyone who messed with him.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "towel up":
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