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heckling

The correct spelling is heckling.

How to pronounce heckling

verb

Say it like: Hek-lin-g

The correct spelling is heckling. 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.

Meanings

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

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who heckles.
  2. 2.The preparation of flax for spinning using special combs called hackles.

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