earful

UK: /ˈɪə^rfʊl/ US: (ēr′fŏŏl′)

WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2026

ear•ful  (ēr′fŏŏl′), n., pl. -fuls. 

1. an outpouring of oral information or advice, esp. when given without solicitation.
2. a sharp verbal rebuke;
   a scolding.

• ear¹ + -ful 1915–20

Usage

See -ful. 

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earful / ˈɪəfʊl/ noun

1. something heard or overheard
2. a rebuke or scolding, esp a lengthy or severe one