October 26, 2006
going-over
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DEFINITION: (noun) A severe scolding.
SYNONYMS: castigation, bawling out, chewing out, dressing down, upbraiding, earful.
USAGE: When he was caught chewing gum in class, he knew he would have to endure a going-over from the teacher.
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