what for (56 synonym found)

What for has 56 synonyms. The top synonyms for what for are pay, why, pains, excuse, ferule, whyfor, chewing, deserts and 48 more. Another word for what for is pay. Browse the full list below.


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What is a synonym for what for?

A common synonym for what for is pay. Other synonyms include why, pains, excuse, ferule.

How many synonyms does what for have?

What for has 56 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does what for mean?

(phrase): for what reason; why; (with "give somebody") An unspecified punishment or rebuke Example: "when your dad gets home, he'll give you what for."


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(phrase) : for what reason; why; (with "give somebody") An unspecified punishment or rebuke
"when your dad gets home, he'll give you what for."
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(phrase) : for what reason; why; (with "give somebody") An unspecified punishment or rebuke
"when your dad gets home, he'll give you what for."
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