(chiefly, UK, idiomatic) To express anger with someone in no uncertain terms when they do something wrong.
(chiefly, UK, idiomatic) To express anger with someone in no uncertain terms when they do something wrong.
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(slang, obsolete, by extension) A thorough thrashing or mauling; rough treatment.