scold: Meaning and Definition of
scold
Pronunciation: (skōld), [key]
— v.t.
- to find fault with angrily; chide; reprimand: The teacher scolded me for being late.
—v.i.
- to find fault; reprove.
- to use abusive language.
—n.
- a person who is constantly scolding, often with loud and abusive speech.
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