Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chew-out
noun
/ˈtʃuː aʊt/
Definition
A stern reprimand or scolding.
Examples
- After missing the deadline, Sarah received a serious chew-out from her boss.
- He knew he was in for a chew-out after forgetting to submit the report.
Meaning
To give someone a thorough verbal dressing down for a mistake or wrongful behavior, often to express disappointment or anger.
Synonyms
- reprimand
- scolding
- telling off
- rebuke
