The term 'BEATS UP' can be broken down into three crossword solutions: LICKS (5 letters), ROUGHS (6 letters), and CLOBBERS (8 letters). LICKS is a verb meaning to pass the tongue over something, usually in order to taste it. ROUGHS is a verb meaning to treat someone or something roughly or violently. CLOBBERS is a verb meaning to hit someone or something hard and repeatedly. All three words are related to the term 'BEATS UP, ' which means to physically attack someone or something.