Pi-jaw
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpaɪdʒɔː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pi-jaw is a noun meaning (slang, archaic) Lecturing or patronizing talk, especially from an adult to a child.
Meaning
(slang, archaic) Lecturing or patronizing talk, especially from an adult to a child.
Example Sentences
I'll admit for the moment that you aren't giving me pi-jaw.
Adrian thought it worth while to try out his new slang. ‘I say, you fellows, here's a rum go. Old Biffo was jolly odd this morning. He gave me a lot of pi-jaw about slacking and then invited me to tea. No rotting! He did really.’
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jawing, talking-to, scolding, parentese, baby talk, jawboning.
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