lashing


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Synonyms for lashing

a punishment dealt with blows or lashes

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Synonyms for lashing

beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment

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rope that is used for fastening something to something else

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violently urging on by whipping or flogging

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"I expected no less," said Gahan, as with the help of those already on the deck he and the others found secure lashings. The commander of the Vanator shook his head.
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