Ferule and Flay

Ferule

Ferule noun - A switch (a stick or cane or flat paddle) used to punish children.

Flay and ferule are semantically related. in whip topic. In some cases you can use "Flay" instead a verb "Ferule".

Nearby Word: ferula

Flay

Flay verb - To criticize (someone) severely or angrily especially for personal failings.
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Ferule and flay are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ferule" instead a verb "Flay".
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