Synonyms for

Flog

Verb / flɑ:g / Another word for flog — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to beat or whip (someone) as punishment or torture

Synonyms & similar words

trounce cane strap welt lambast whip slash lambaste lash lather whip beat lash thrash paddle punish chastise scourge flagellate tan birch switch cane belt spank buffet smack slap hit strike

Example sentences

  1. The pirate captain threatened to flog any crew member who disobeyed his orders.
  2. In some countries, it is still legal to flog criminals as a form of punishment.
  3. I don't believe in using violence to discipline children, so I would never flog my own kids.
  4. The slave owner would often flog his workers for even the smallest mistakes.
  5. The soldier was court-martialed for flogging a prisoner of war.

Quotes

  • I'd rather be flogged by a negro than to be hugged by a white man.
  • A man who carries a cat by the tail learns something he can learn in no other way.
  • I used to think I was a masochist because I sought out pain, but I think it was just easier to deal with physical pain than emotional pain.

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