The idiom "get the rough side or edge of one's tongue" likely originated from the idea that the "rough side" or "edge" of the tongue refers to the harsh or critical part of someone's speech. This expression is used to convey the experience of receiving a scolding or being on the receiving end of someone's sharp and unpleasant words.

What is the origin of the idiom "get the rough side or edge of one's tongue" and when to use it?

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to [get] the rough side of {one's} tongue

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