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roughshod Definition and Meaning in English (roughshod definition)

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Roughshod definition: Describing a manner of acting without consideration for the feelings or rights of others, often used in the idiom 'ride roughshod over'.

Definitions of Roughshod

  1. 1adjective(colloquial)

    Describing a manner of acting without consideration for the feelings or rights of others, often used in the idiom 'ride roughshod over'.

Example Sentences

business

“The new manager rode roughshod over the employees' concerns, making decisions without their input.”

casual

“He has a tendency to ride roughshod over anyone who disagrees with him.”

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Roughshod definition: Describing a manner of acting without consideration for the feelings or rights of others, often used in the idiom 'ride roughshod over'.
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'Roughshod' translates to 'roughshod' in English. Roughshod definition: Describing a manner of acting without consideration for the feelings or rights of others, often used in the idiom 'ride roughshod over'.
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