| 词汇 | what-for |
| 释义 | (redirected from what-for)what for1. Why? For what reason? A: "You're both in deep trouble." B: "What for? We didn't do anything." A: "We'll have to stop by the grocery store on the way home." B: "What for?" A: "We need milk and eggs." 2. A scolding, rebuke, or punishment. Sometimes hyphenated. My grandmother wouldn't hesitate to give me what for when my parents weren't around. The boss is quick to give you the what for if you make even a minor mistake. *what for1. Fig. a scolding; a stern lecture. (*Typically: get ~; give someone ~.) Billy's mother gave him what for because he didn't get home on time. I will really give you what for if you don't straighten up. 2. Why?; For what reason? Father: "I want you to clean your room." Child: "What for? It's clean enough." What did you do that for? what for1. For what purpose or reason, why, as in I know you're going to England, but what for? [Mid-1700s] 2. A punishment or scolding, as in You'll get what for from Mom if she catches you smoking, or The teacher really gave Bud what for. [Colloquial; second half of 1800s] what for?for what purpose or reason?: What is this tool for?What did you do that for? (= why did you do that)‘I need to see a doctor.’ ‘What for?’what for1. A scolding or strong reprimand: The teacher gave the tardy student what for. 2. For what reason; why: Give the present back.—What for? |
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