Associations to the word «Ferule»

Wiktionary

FERULE, noun. A ruler-shaped instrument, generally used to slap naughty children on the hand.
FERULE, verb. (transitive) To punish with a ferule.

Dictionary definition

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

Wise words

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