flogging

[ˈflɒɡɪŋ]

flogging Definition

  • 1the act of hitting someone with a whip or stick as a punishment
  • 2a severe defeat or criticism

Using flogging: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flogging" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The punishment for theft was flogging.

  • Example

    The team suffered a flogging in the championship game.

  • Example

    The politician received a flogging from the media for his controversial remarks.

flogging Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flogging

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Summary: flogging in Brief

Flogging [ˈflɒɡɪŋ] is the act of hitting someone with a whip or stick as a punishment, or a severe defeat or criticism. It is often used as a form of corporal punishment and can also refer to a harsh criticism or defeat in a competition or argument.