give (one) a mouthful

give (one) a mouthful

To scold or yell at one in anger. Primarily heard in UK. I'm definitely going to give Pete a mouthful for not finishing the report on time.See also: give, mouthful

give someone a mouthful

talk to or shout at someone in an angry, abusive, or severely critical way; swear at someone. British informalSee also: give, mouthful, someone