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Meaning of tell off

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

tell off

verb

Definitions

  1. To rebuke, to reprimand, or to admonish, often in a harsh, angry, direct way.

    Example: Joel's boss told him off for being late again.

  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.