Meaning Of The Word Dutch uncle

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Dutch uncle in American English
a person who bluntly and sternly lectures or scolds someone, often with benevolent intent
noun: a person who criticizes or reproves with unsparing severity and frankness

Dutch uncle in British English
noun: a person who criticizes or reproves frankly and severely

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