This is the 8040th most frequent French word.
terrassa
"Terrassa" is not a standard French word; it may refer to a proper noun (e.g., a city in Spain).
In this sentence, 'terrassa' is used in the sense of physically knocking down or overwhelming, typically by a powerful force.
L'orage terrassa l'arbre ancien dans le jardin.
The storm felled the ancient tree in the garden.
Here, 'terrassa' signifies an overpowering sensation or condition, metaphorically incapacitating the subject.
La fatigue intense terrassa le coureur juste avant la ligne d'arrivée.
Intense fatigue overwhelmed the runner just before the finish line.
In this instance, 'terrassa' describes a decisive defeat or overcoming in a competitive context.