SOREHEAD


Meaning of SOREHEAD in English

I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun

Etymology: probably from the phrase as mad as a bear with a sore head

1. : a person easily angered or disgruntled : one obdurately contentious and eager to find grievances or faults

2.

[ sore (I) + head ]

: fowl pox

II. adjective

: irritated and disappointed especially by having one's hopes frustrated

sorehead politicians

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