Discipline
Discipline verb - To inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime.
Ferule and discipline are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ferule" instead a verb "Discipline".
Ferule
Ferule noun - A switch (a stick or cane or flat paddle) used to punish children.
Discipline and ferule are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Discipline" instead a verb "Ferule".
Nearby Word: ferula
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