v. i.
Men expostulate with erring friends; they bring accusations against enemies who have done them a wrong. Jowett (Thuc. ).
v. t. To discuss; to examine. [ Obs. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
To expostulate
What majesty should be, what duty is. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ L. expostulatio. ] The act of expostulating or reasoning with a person in opposition to some impropriety of conduct; remonstrance; earnest and kindly protest; dissuasion. [ 1913 Webster ]
We must use expostulation kindly. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who expostulates. Lamb. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Containing expostulation or remonstrance;