To be punished severely or told off.
Bollocking
Example Sentences
"I got a right bollocking from the boss."
"He gave me a proper bollocking."
Etymology & History
British noun meaning severe reprimand. From 'bollocks' (testicles). 'Got a right bollocking' means severely criticized. Working-class British disciplinary terminology.
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General British
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Vulgar
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Slang
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