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Raretell off
The correct spelling is tell off.
How to pronounce tell off
verb
Say it like: Tel-l o-ff
The correct spelling is tell off. To rebuke, to reprimand, or to admonish, often in a harsh, angry, direct way. For example: "Joel's boss told him off for being late again."
Usage Examples
“Joel's boss told him off for being late again.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To rebuke, to reprimand, or to admonish, often in a harsh, angry, direct way.
- 2.To count (members of a sequence), to enumerate.
- 3.To allocate duties to someone.
- 4.To divide and practise a regiment or company in the several formations, preparatory to marching to the general parade for field exercises.
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