"Dutch uncle" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Dutch uncles [plural]
Etymology: From 1828. See also Dutch uncle on Wikipedia.Wikipedia Etymology templates: {{pedia}} Dutch uncle on Wikipedia.Wikipedia Head templates: {{en-noun}} Dutch uncle (plural Dutch uncles)
  1. One who reproves in a blunt, stern manner intended for the benefit of the recipient. Categories (topical): Male people
    Sense id: en-Dutch_uncle-en-noun-v3mILZjS Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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