An expression of praise, congratulation, or respect.
Complimentary language; courtesy, flattery.
To pay a compliment (to someone); to express a favourable opinion (of someone).
A person who habitually scolds, in particular a troublesome and angry woman.
Of birds, to make harsh vocalisations in aggression.
Of birds, to make vocalisations that resemble human scolding.
To rebuke angrily.