beat

Noun/Verb
  1. A rhythmic movement or sound, such as a musical pulse. Noun/Verb
    The drum's beat was steady.
  2. A single stroke or hit. Noun/Verb
    He gave the drum a quick beat.
  3. To strike repeatedly. Noun/Verb
    She beat the eggs vigorously.
  4. To defeat in a competition. Noun/Verb
    They beat their rivals easily.
synonyms: hit, strike, pound, defeat, thrash