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brickbat

noun brick·bat \ˈbrik-ˌbat\

: a criticism or rude comment

Full Definition of BRICKBAT

1
:  a fragment of a hard material (as a brick); especially :  one used as a missile
2
:  an uncomplimentary remark
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Origin of BRICKBAT

brick + 1bat (lump, fragment)
First Known Use: 1579

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