scolding
1Scolding — Scold ing, a. & n. from {Scold}, v. [1913 Webster] {Scolding bridle}, an iron frame. See {Brank}, n., 2. [1913 Webster] …
2scolding — index critical (faultfinding), criticism, diatribe, disparagement, objurgation, obloquy, outcry, rebuff …
3scolding — n. 1) to give smb. a scolding 2) to get, receive a scolding * * * [ skəʊldɪŋ] receive a to get to give smb. a scolding …
4scolding — Mere clamor, railing, personal reproof. Argument dignifies the orator and instructs and convinces the auditor. Scolding relieves somewhat the hysteria of the scolder, but only amuses or irritates the hearer. Argument is the professional weapon of …
5Scolding — Scold Scold, v. i. [imp. & p. p. {Scolded}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Scolding}.] [Akin to D. schelden, G. schelten, OHG. sceltan, Dan. skielde.] To find fault or rail with rude clamor; to brawl; to utter harsh, rude, boisterous rebuke; to chide sharply… …
6scolding — noun Date: 1547 1. the action of one who scolds 2. a harsh reproof < gave the child a sharp scolding for running into the road > …
7scolding — /skohl ding/, n. the action of a person who scolds; a rebuke; reproof: I got a scolding for being late again. [1425 75; late ME; see SCOLD, ING1] * * * …
8scolding — noun I ll be in Mr. Kling s office getting my weekly scolding Syn: rebuke, reprimand, reproach, reproof, admonishment, remonstration, lecture, upbraiding; informal talking to, rap over the knuckles, dressing down, earful, roasting; formal… …
9Scolding bridle — Scolding Scold ing, a. & n. from {Scold}, v. [1913 Webster] {Scolding bridle}, an iron frame. See {Brank}, n., 2. [1913 Webster] …
10Scolding bridle — Bridle Bri dle, n. [OE. bridel, AS. bridel; akin to OHG. britil, brittil, D. breidel, and possibly to E. braid. Cf. {Bridoon}.] 1. The head gear with which a horse is governed and restrained, consisting of a headstall, a bit, and reins, with… …
