earful (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɪərfəl/
Definition
A long and angry speech or scolding, often given by someone who is disappointed or angry.
Examples
My dad gave me an earful for coming home late.
She got an earful from her boss about the missed deadline.
I'm expecting an earful when I tell my parents I failed the exam.
How to Use earful
- give an earful to someone (prepositional phrase)
- To scold someone severely. — "The manager gave an earful to the employee who was late."
- get an earful from someone (prepositional phrase)
- To be scolded severely by someone. — "She got an earful from her parents about her grades."
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