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buffeting

/ˈbʌfɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does buffeting mean?

verb

to strike or hit repeatedly, especially with a strong wind or waves; to subject to a series of shocks or blows.

Example

"The ship was buffeting against the rocky shore, struggling to stay afloat."

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