scold


Definition: Meaning of, scold in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / skəʊld /

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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
scold scolded scolded
Present Participle Third Person Singular
scolding scolds
[transitive]
  1. to angrily criticize someone, especially a child, about something they have done [=  tell off]
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scold used in phrases

  • common scold (noun)
    1. especially a woman someone who annoys people by constantly finding fault
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