"Tongue lashing" is an idiomatic expression that refers to a harsh or severe scolding or criticism delivered verbally. It implies that the speaker is reprimanding someone strongly and forcefully using words.
"Tongue lashing" is an idiomatic expression that refers to a harsh or severe scolding or criticism delivered verbally. It implies that the speaker is reprimanding someone strongly and forcefully using words.
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A 'tongue lashing' is a severe telling-off. It is the verbal
equivalent of being lashed with a whip. It can't hurt you
physically, but the power of the words may make you feel very
uncomfortable/upset/angry/humiliated and so on.
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Teen Mom - 2009 Lashing Out 2-10 was released on:
USA: 28 September 2010
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Stacey received a tongue lashing from Uncle Hammer because he was upset that Stacey had given away the pearl-handled pistol that belonged to Hammer's deceased wife. This pistol held sentimental value to Uncle Hammer, and he was disappointed that Stacey had not respected its significance.
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Open a can of food and just stand there. You'll soon be getting
a cat-tongue lashing in no time!