General
Give out
Irish term for scolding
Literal Meaning
Hand out
Actual Meaning
To scold or complain - 'She gave out to me' means 'She told me off'
Examples in Context

'Mam gave out to me' (Mum told me off)

'Stop giving out!' (Stop complaining!)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Different from UK meaning
  • 2About complaints
  • 3Common
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