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heckle

/hɛkl/ verb · British & US
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What does heckle mean?

verb

to criticize or mock someone, especially in a public place, often in a loud and persistent manner. to make mocking or critical comments, often in a public place.

Example

"The heckler in the audience kept shouting insults at the comedian, disrupting the show."

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