Associations to the word «Scolding»

Wiktionary

SCOLDING, noun. A succession of critical remarks, such as those directed by a parent towards a misbehaving child.
SCOLDING, verb. Present participle of scold

Dictionary definition

SCOLDING, noun. Rebuking a person harshly.

Wise words

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