SCOLD
scold,n. Hist. A person who regularly breaks the peace by scolding people, increasing discord,
and generally being a public nuisance to the neighborhood. • This behavior was formerly
punishable in various ways, including having an iron bridle fitted to the person’s mouth. — Also
termed common scold; objurgatrix. See BRANKS. [Cases: Criminal Law 45.25.] [Blacks Law 8th]