Dictionary Check: sandbag

"sandbag" is a valid word!

Scrabble 11 points
Words with Friends 14 points

Definition

noun

a bag filled with sand; used as a weapon or to build walls or as ballast

verb

treat harshly or unfairly

verb

compel by coercion, threats, or crude means

Example: "They sandbagged him to make dinner for everyone"
Synonyms:
verb

hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag

Synonyms:
verb

downplay one's ability (towards others) in a game in order to deceive, as in gambling

verb

protect or strengthen with sandbags; stop up

Example: "The residents sandbagged the beach front"

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