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US/ˈtræm.pəl/
UK/ˈtræm.pəl/
to walk or step heavily on something so that you crush or damage it
In context
The crowd trampled the flower beds while rushing toward the stage.
Several people were trampled to death when panic broke out at the stadium.
The new law tramples on the rights of ordinary workers.
Words that go with trample
verb + adverb
- trample underfootThe soldiers trampled the crops underfoot.
verb + preposition
- trample on rightsThe government was accused of trampling on citizens' rights.
- trample the grassPlease do not trample the grass in the park.
- trampled to deathTwo fans were trampled to death in the rush.
- trample overChildren trampled over the fresh snow.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
trample the rightsCorrect: trample on the rights