Flogging and Smack

Flogging

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

Smack and flogging are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Smack" instead a noun "Flogging".

Nearby Words: flog, flogged

Smack

Smack noun - A hard strike with a part of the body or an instrument.
Usage example: the cook gave him a smack on the wrist when he tried to sneak an early taste of the sauce

Flogging and smack are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flogging" instead a noun "Smack".

Nearby Words: smacked, smacking, smacker
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