martinet — meaning in English

English meaning

• flogger noun One who flogs.
• martin noun A small, swift-flying bird related to the swallow, known for catching insects on the wing.
• swift adj Moving or happening very quickly.

Senses

martinet is used for these senses in English:

• flogger (BDSM) A lightweight whip with multiple lashes.
• martin Many of the various passerine birds of the family Hirundinidae, which also includes swallows, that catch insects whilst flying.
• swift A small plain-colored bird of the family Apodidae that resembles a swallow and is noted for its rapid flight.

flogger — full definition

1. noun One who flogs.
2. noun A lightweight whip with multiple lashes.
3. noun A handle with strips of cloth attached, used for beating away charcoal dust etc.

Related French words