give somebody/get a roasting

get a roasting

To be very strongly rebuked, criticized, or condemned. The giant supermarket chain has gotten a roasting lately over allegations that they've been threatening local shops and markets. Mark sure got a roasting because of that prank he pulled in class yesterday. You're gonna get a roasting from Mom and Dad when they find out you're only passing two of your five classes!

See also: get, roast

give (one) a roasting

To very strongly rebuke or criticize one. The principal gave Mark a roasting because of that prank he pulled in class yesterday. I'm glad news outlets have given that giant supermarket chain a roasting over allegations that they've been threatening local shops and markets. A: "Oof, the boss is definitely gonna give you a roasting when he finds out you lost that big account." B: "Thanks for reminding me."

See also: give, roast

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give somebody/get a ˈroasting

(informal) criticize somebody or be criticized in an angry way: I’d better go. I’ll get a roasting if I’m late again!

See also: get, give, roast, somebody

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