earful
/ˈɪrˌfʊl/
noun
- A lot of information or news, often unwanted or surprising.
- I got an earful about the new project from my boss this morning.
- She gave me an earful of gossip from the party last night.
- He received an earful of complaints from the customers.
- A strong scolding or angry criticism.
- The coach gave the team an earful after they lost the game.
- He got an earful from his neighbor about the loud music.
- Mom gave me an earful for coming home past midnight.