General
give out
What does give out mean?
To bollock someone — tell them off, usually at length. 'She gave out to me for being late' = she chewed me out. The direction matters: you give out TO someone.
"Me mam gave out to me for leaving the immersion on."
Origin
Calque of the Irish 'tabhair amach', literally 'give out', meaning to scold. The English phrase carries the Irish grammar straight across.
Frequently asked questions
What does give out mean in Irish slang?
To give out means to scold, moan or complain at someone.
How do you use give out in a sentence?
"Me ma was giving out to me for being late."
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