earful

noun, plural ear·fuls.

1. an outpouring of oral information or advice, especially when given without solicitation.
2. a sharp verbal rebuke; a scolding.

noun informal

1. something heard or overheard
2. a rebuke or scolding, esp a lengthy or severe one

n.

“a piece of one’s mind,” 1917, from ear (n.1) + -ful.