Do (one) wrong In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "do (one) wrong", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tommy Tran calendar 2021-08-17 10:08

Meaning of Do (one) wrong

Synonyms:

kick around , prey on

Do (one) wrong old-fashioned informal slang verb phrase

To be harsh or cruel to someone.

I will never forget those who have done me wrong.

Her lover is a violent type. He has done her wrong many times, but she stayed silent.

Other phrases about:

do (one) dirt(y)

To treat someone badly or betray someone

give (one) the shaft

To treat someone badly or unjustly; to cheat or exploit someone

work over

1. To modify or redo something in order to make it better

2. To beat, attack someone in verbal or physical forms

3. To thoroughly overwhelm, dominate someone or something, particularly in a fight

take (something) out on (someone or something)

To mistreat someone or something because you are angry, frustrated.

Grammar and Usage of Do (one) wrong

Verb Forms

  • does (one) wrong
  • doing (one) wrong
  • did (one) wrong

The verb "do" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Do (one) wrong

This phrase was coined in the late 1300s.

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