noun
- the practice of constantly criticizing, nagging, or dominating someone, especially a spouse
Usage: informal; often considered outdated or sexist
Examples
- His constant henpecking made family dinners uncomfortable.
- She was tired of being accused of henpecking when she was just trying to help.
- The comedy show relied on outdated jokes about henpecking wives.
- Marriage counselors discourage any form of henpecking between partners.
- He felt the criticism was unfair henpecking rather than constructive feedback.