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   reprimand

   /ˈrɛprɪmɑːnd/

   noun

   • 1. a formal expression of disapproval: "the golfer received a reprimand for a breach of rules"

   verb

   • 1. address a reprimand to: "officials were reprimanded for poor work"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from French réprimande, via Spanish from Latin reprimenda, ‘things to be held in check’, neuter plural gerundive of reprimere (see repress).

   Scrabble Points: 14

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   • P

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   • R

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