Reference meaning
ELT
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To injure (anything) by rough handling; handle roughly.
Other meanings
2. verb
To begrime; soil with mud; daub; smear.
3. verb
To work persistently or laboriously; be occupied in working (e.g. in the earth, rake among dirt, etc.).
4. verb
To meddle; interfere.
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