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chiding

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  • IPA /ˈtʃaɪdɪŋ/

Noun

chiding noun

  1. A scolding.

Verb

chiding verb

  1. To admonish in blame; to reproach angrily.
  2. To utter words of disapprobation and displeasure; to find fault; to contend angrily.
  3. To make a clamorous noise; to chafe.

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objurgationscoldingchurlishjawingberatingchocklingflytinghearingtalking-tochiackchiding

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