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To scold; to nag.

Related words: (words related to FRAB)

  • SCOLDER
    1. One who scolds. The oyster catcher; -- so called from its shrill cries. The old squaw.
  • SCOLDINGLY
    In a scolding manner.
  • SCOLDING
    a. & n. from Scold, v. Scolding bridle, an iron frame. See Brank, n., 2.
  • SCOLD
    To find fault or rail with rude clamor; to brawl; to utter harsh, rude, boisterous rebuke; to chide sharply or coarsely; -- often with at; as, to scold at a servant. Pardon me, lords, 't is the first time ever I was forced to scold. Shak.
  • OUTSCOLD
    To exceed in scolding. Shak.

 

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