Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bollocking
noun
/ˈbɒləkɪŋ/
Definition
A stern reprimand or scolding.
Examples
- After arriving late, he received a bollocking from his manager.
- She gave him a bollocking for not following the instructions.
- Getting a bollocking in front of the team was embarrassing.
Meaning
Bollocking refers to the act of verbally reprimanding someone, often in a harsh or forceful way. It’s a way to express disapproval or criticism.
Synonyms
- reprimand
- scolding
- rebuke
- telling-off
- lecture
