Associations to the word «Flagellation»

Wiktionary

FLAGELLATION, noun. A beating consisting in lashes, notably as corporal punishment or mortification, such as (in principle implement-precise) a whipping or scourging.
FLAGELLATION, noun. (botany) The formation by plants of flagella, or their arrangement.

Dictionary definition

FLAGELLATION, noun. Beating as a source of erotic or religious stimulation.
FLAGELLATION, noun. Beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment.

Wise words

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