hiding
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhaɪdɪŋ// UK //hˈaɪdɪŋ// hid·ing
n. a physical beating or a very bad defeat in a game or competition. You use this when someone loses by a lot of points.
n. a severe physical beating or a comprehensive defeat in a sporting contest or competition. Informal in register; frequently used in British and Commonwealth English.
Our football team took a real hiding in the final match.
The local candidate was expected to win, but she ended up taking a hiding at the polls.
After the underdog team suffered a ten-goal hiding, the manager faced intense questioning regarding his defensive strategy and the players' lack of discipline.
See hide (Etymology 1)
See hide (Etymology 2)
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'take' or 'give'.