bawling out
Definition
Noun: - A severe scolding; a harsh reprimand: A "bawling out" is a loud, angry, and lengthy verbal rebuke or criticism.
Usage
- This noun is used to describe the act of being scolded very harshly and loudly. It is often used in informal contexts.
- It typically follows verbs like , , or .
Examples
- Noun:
- He got a terrible bawling out from his boss for missing the deadline.
- The coach gave the team a bawling out after their poor performance.
Advanced Usage
- The term often implies a one-sided, forceful verbal attack where the person receiving it has little chance to respond.
- It can be used in both personal (e.g., parent to child) and professional (e.g., manager to employee) contexts, though it suggests a lack of formality.
Variants and Related Words
- Bawl out (phrasal verb): To scold someone severely.
- His mother bawled him out for coming home so late.
Synonyms
- Telling-off: A reprimand or scolding.
- Dressing down: A severe scolding or reprimand.
- Chewing out: (Informal) A harsh scolding.
- Reprimand: A formal expression of disapproval.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Bawl out: As shown above, this is the phrasal verb form from which the noun "bawling out" is derived.
- The sergeant bawled out the recruit for his mistake.
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a severe scolding
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