lambast

verb

Meaning

To scold, reprimand or criticize harshly.
(dated in UK English but not US English) To give a thrashing to; to beat severely.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

chew up(English)scold(English)lecture(English)flog(English)cane(English)jaw(English)rag(English)bawl out(English)election(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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