noun
flagellation
Flagellation (noun) means the act of whipping someone, often as punishment or religious self-discipline.
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The act of whipping someone, often as punishment or religious self-discipline.
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Etymology
Came into English from French flagellation, which traces back through Latin flagellatio to flagellare, from flagellum, a diminutive of flagrum ("whip").
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Rhymes for flagellation
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emulsion
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of flagellation?
"flagellation" (noun) means the act of whipping someone, often as punishment or religious self-discipline.
What is another word for flagellation?
Other words for "flagellation" include tanning, flogging, lashing, whipping.
