talking-to

noun

talk·​ing-to ˈtȯ-kiŋ-ˌtü How to pronounce talking-to (audio)

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of talking-to was circa 1875

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“Talking-to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talking-to. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

talking-to

noun
talk·​ing-to
ˈtȯ-kiŋ-ˌtü
: an often wordy scolding

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