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Meaning of castigate

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

castigate

Pronunciation:/ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt//ˈkæs.tə.ɡeɪt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To punish or reprimand someone severely.

  2. To execrate or condemn something in a harsh manner, especially by public criticism.

  3. To revise or make corrections to a publication.