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harridan

Harridan (noun) means a vicious and scolding woman, especially an older one.

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A vicious and scolding woman, especially an older one.
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Etymology

Perhaps a modification of French haridelle (“old horse, nag”).

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"harridan" (noun) means a vicious and scolding woman, especially an older one.

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