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Definition of Outscold
1. v. t. To exceed in scolding.
Definition of Outscold
1. Verb. (transitive) To scold more than. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Outscold
1. to surpass in scolding [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Outscold
Literary usage of Outscold
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Gentleman's Magazine (1855)
"Suddenly I heard a tremendous noise in the adjoining apartment; mistress and maid
seemed to be endeavouring to outscold each other. ..."
2. The Works of William Shakespeare by William Shakespeare, Evangeline Maria O'Connor (1901)
"There end thy brave, and turn thy face in peace; We grant thou canst outscold
us: fare thee well; We hold our time too precious to be spent 161 With such a ..."
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