having tender ears; (figurative), sensitive to blame or criticism.
Phrases (all Obsolete). to go to shoulder with: to set about pushing. to lend a shoulder, to put under one's shoulder: to help to lift or carry…
figurative. Sensitive to criticism, ridicule, or abuse; easily hurt or offended; touchy.
figurative. Sensitive to criticism; easily hurt or offended. Cf. thin-skinned, adj. 2.