beat down

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see beat, down.
2. 2
   To forcefully diminish the power or influence of; to quell; to squash.
3. 3
   (of the sun) To shine brightly and radiate with intense heat.
4. 4
   (of rain) To strike with great force.
5. 5
   To wear (someone) out by repeated actions that overwhelm one's patience or strength.
6. 6
   To haggle with (someone) to sell at a lower price.
7. 7
   To severely beat someone up.

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of beatdown.