Flagellation and Smacking

Flagellation

Flagellation noun - Beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment.
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Synonyms for Flagellation

Smacking and flagellation are semantically related in flogging topic. In some cases you can use "Smacking" instead a noun "Flagellation".

Nearby Words: flagellated, flagellant, flagellating

Smacking

Smacking noun - The act of smacking something; a blow delivered with an open hand.
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Flagellation and smacking are semantically related in flogging topic. You can use "Flagellation" instead a noun "Smacking".

Nearby Words: smack, smacked, smacker
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