I. ri-ˈbyük transitive verb
( re·buked ; re·buk·ing )
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French rebucher, rebouker to blunt, check, reprimand
Date: 14th century
1.
a. : to criticize sharply : reprimand
b. : to serve as a rebuke to
2. : to turn back or keep down : check
Synonyms: see reprove
• re·buk·er noun
II. noun
Date: 15th century
: an expression of strong disapproval : reprimand