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heckles

The correct spelling is heckles.

How to pronounce heckles

verb

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The correct spelling is heckles. To question harshly in an attempt to find or reveal weaknesses. For example: "Promise that you won't heckle me after my performance."

Usage Examples

Promise that you won't heckle me after my performance.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To question harshly in an attempt to find or reveal weaknesses.
  2. 2.To insult, tease, make fun of or badger.
  3. 3.To prepare flax for spinning using special combs called hackles

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