harridan

🇺🇸 /ˈhærɪdən/ 🇬🇧 /ˈhærɪdən/
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An older woman who is considered unpleasant or difficult to deal with.

The harridan in the grocery store was known for her sharp tongue and constant complaints.

translation

n. An older woman who is considered unpleasant or difficult to deal with.

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Plural harridans