chew out

verb

1. informal.
   tr, adverb to reprimand

Idioms and Phrases

Scold harshly, as in Dad will chew you out for taking the car without permission . Originating in the military, this slangy term began to be used during World War I and soon spread to civilian life. Several vulgar versions, such as chew someone's ass out , should be avoided in polite speech. Also see eat out , def. 2.

Example Sentences

Payton famously chewed out Russell Wilson on the sideline in games against the Jets, Chargers and Lions last year.

From Seattle Times

Brotman was the public address announcer, and recalled one time when he was chewed out by an umpire — and Hodges came to his aid.

From Washington Times

Dean described him as caring and well-mannered, even after getting chewed out over a play.

From Seattle Times

She hasn’t had to chew out any players and if any caused problems, there’s always big brother Trey to come around.

From Los Angeles Times

The thunderous hit caused Rivera to momentarily stop that day’s practice then and there to chew out his team for the lack of discipline.

From Washington Times