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Castigation (noun) means Punishment given to correct someone's behaviour; a telling-off.

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1
Punishment given to correct someone's behaviour; a telling-off.
2
Harsh criticism.
3
A correction made to a piece of writing.
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What is the meaning of castigation?
"castigation" (noun) means punishment given to correct someone's behaviour; a telling-off.
What is another word for castigation?
Other words for "castigation" include upbraiding, chastisement, earful.
What are the different meanings of castigation?
"castigation" has 3 main meanings: 1. Punishment given to correct someone's behaviour; a telling-off; 2. Harsh criticism; 3. A correction made to a piece of writing.

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