An admonitory speech; esp. one delivered by way of reproof or correction; ‘a magisterial reprimand’ (Johnson). to read (a person) a lecture.
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| 释义 | the mind > attention and judgement > contempt > disapproval > rebuke or reproof > [noun] > a lengthy (4) lecture1604 An admonitory speech; esp. one delivered by way of reproof or correction; ‘a magisterial reprimand’ (Johnson). to read (a person) a lecture. jobation1687 The action or an instance of job, v.3; a rebuke, a reprimand, esp. a lengthy and tedious one; a lecture, a harangue. Also: a long discussion. ear-bending1930 The action of relating a lengthy or boring anecdote or opinion. Also as a count noun: a prolonged lecture or diatribe, usually addressed to one… ear-bashing1945 A prolonged lecture or reprimand. Also as a mass noun: incessant talking or haranguing. |
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