1. chiefly british to disable (a racehorse), especially by drugging.
2. chiefly british to win (a person) over.
3. chiefly british to outdo or get the better of by devious means.
4. chiefly british to filch or steal.
5. chiefly british to kidnap.

1. to injure or obstruct intently; batter.
2. to gain influence by corrupt means or intimidation.
3. to steal.

1. to strike; nob.
2. to get hold of dishonestly; nab; filch.
3. to frustrate; circumvent; get the better of; outdo.
4. to injure; destroy the chances of winning, as by maiming or poisoning: said of a horse.
5. 5. to shingle. see shingle and puddle.

1. disable by drugging
2. deprive of by deceit
3. make off with belongings of others
4. take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom