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henpeck

American  
[hen-pek] / ˈhɛnˌpɛk /

verb (used with object)

  1. to browbeat, bully, or intimidate (one's husband, boyfriend, etc.).

henpeck British  
/ ˈhɛnˌpɛk /

verb

  1. (tr) (of a woman) to harass or torment (a man, esp her husband) by persistent nagging

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Well," cried Mrs. Henpeck, "our son is engaged to be married.

From More Toasts by Mosher, Marion Dix

"Sort of a second lieutenant," ventured Mr. Henpeck dubiously.

From More Toasts by Mosher, Marion Dix

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