earful
Americannoun
plural
earfuls-
an outpouring of oral information or advice, especially when given without solicitation.
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a sharp verbal rebuke; a scolding.
noun
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something heard or overheard
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a rebuke or scolding, esp a lengthy or severe one
Spelling
See -ful.
Etymology
Origin of earful
Example Sentences
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Either way, the state Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Zone 0 Advisory Committee will likely get an earful of comments during its public meeting Thursday at the Pasadena Convention Center.
From Los Angeles Times
Executives at Texas Roadhouse got an earful about the pending shortage during October meetings with restaurant managers.
Atkins remains optimistic about her adopted home state, notwithstanding her unsuccessful run for governor and the earful of criticisms she heard along the way,
From Los Angeles Times
They know their worth, and they will give you an earful, especially if you threaten the people they love.
From Los Angeles Times
I was about to get an earful on the book’s background and a postage-paid primer on my own writing life.
From Salon
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