mangle (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈmæŋ.ɡəl/
Definition
mangle means to change, mutilate or disfigure by cutting, tearing, rearranging etc. It can have more than one sense, so use the alternate meanings and examples to choose the meaning that matches your sentence.
Examples
The lesson showed how to mangle in a natural sentence.
Check who or what will mangle before translating the verb.
The example helped students understand when to mangle.
How to Use mangle
- to mangle (verb pattern)
- Use the infinitive form when naming the action. — "The lesson showed when to mangle."
- mangle in context (usage pattern)
- Check the sentence to see who does the action. — "We studied how mangle works in context."
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