Earful
[eer-foo l] /ˈɪərˌfʊl/
noun, plural earfuls.
1.
an outpouring of oral information or advice, especially when given without solicitation.
2.
a sharp verbal rebuke; a scolding.
/ˈɪəfʊl/
noun (informal)
1.
something heard or overheard
2.
a rebuke or scolding, esp a lengthy or severe one
n.
“a piece of one’s mind,” 1917, from ear (n.1) + -ful.
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