nounπShareA heavy long-handled hammer, used for splitting logs by driving a wedge into them, or in combat."The carpenter used the heavy maul to split the logs for the new fence. "weaponutensilmachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA situation where the player carrying the ball, who must be on his feet, is held by one or more opponents, and one or more of the ball carrier's team mates bind onto the ball carrier."The referee blew his whistle, signaling a maul after the tackler held onto the player with the ball, and his teammates joined in to drive forward. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo handle someone or something in a rough way."The angry student mauled the textbook, slamming it on the desk. "actionanimalbodywarChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo savage; to cause serious physical wounds (usually used of an animal)."The bear mauled him in a terrible way."animalactionbodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo criticise harshly."The teacher mauled his student's essay, pointing out many errors and flaws. "communicationmedialanguageChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo beat with the heavy hammer called a maul."The carpenter mauled the wood with the heavy maul, making a deep dent. "actionweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
