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earwigging.

An attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. An attempt to influence by persistent confidential argument or talk.

  2. A telling-off or reprimand.

    Ireland · UK · colloquial · dated
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