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bully1

/ˈbʊli/
noun
A person who habitually seeks to harm or intimidate those whom they perceive as vulnerable.
verb
[with object]
Seek to harm, intimidate, or coerce (someone perceived as vulnerable)

Origin
Mid 16th century: probably from Middle Dutch boele ‘lover’. Original use
was as a term of endearment applied to either sex; it later became a
familiar form of address to a male friend. The current sense dates from
the late 17th century.

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Joe was a bully. That's all there is to say.

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