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Definition of hectoring adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

hectoring

adjective
 
/ˈhektərɪŋ/
 
/ˈhektərɪŋ/
(formal)
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  1. done or said in an aggressive way in order to try to make somebody do something
    • a hectoring tone of voice

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