VERB: "to criticize severely" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to criticize severely" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel
2. (Greek mythology) god of fields and woods and shepherds and flocks; represented as a man with goat’s legs and horns and ears; identified with Roman Sylvanus or Faunus
(verb)
1. express a totally negative opinion of
2. wash dirt in a pan to separate out the precious minerals

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

SEVERELY (adverb)
1. with sternness; in a severe manner
2. to a severe or serious degree
CRITICIZE (verb)
1. find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
2. act as a critic

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