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

Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.
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