Flogging and Spanking

Flogging

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

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

Nearby Words: flog, flogged

Spanking

Spanking noun - The act of slapping on the buttocks.

Flogging and spanking are semantically related. You can use "Flogging" instead a noun "Spanking".
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