FLOGGING Meaning and
Definition
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Flogging is a term used to describe a form of punishment or discipline that involves the act of repeatedly hitting or beating someone with a whip, stick, or another similar object. It is a physical form of corporal punishment that is usually carried out on the naked or semi-naked body of the individual being punished. This practice has been employed throughout history in various cultures and legal systems.
The purpose of flogging is often to inflict pain and humiliation on the person receiving the punishment as a means of deterrence or retribution for committing a crime or transgression. Floggings can be administered in a variety of settings, including prisons, military institutions, or judicial systems, where they may serve as a public spectacle intended to instill fear and maintain social order.
The severity of flogging can vary depending on the context and the intended outcome. Different cultures and legal systems have implemented different techniques and devices for carrying out floggings, ranging from simple whips or rods to more intricate instruments designed to maximize pain and damage. The physical consequences of flogging can range from temporary bruises and wounds to long-lasting physical and psychological trauma.
In recent times, flogging has been widely condemned as a form of cruel, inhuman, and degrading punishment. It is considered a violation of human rights and contrary to international standards of justice and rehabilitation. Many countries have abolished flogging, either through legal reforms or as a result of evolving societal norms and human rights movements.
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A whipping, as a punishment.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FLOGGING
The word "flogging" is derived from the Middle English term "floggen", which can be traced back to the Old Norse word "flaga", meaning "to flog" or "to whip". In turn, "flaga" is believed to come from the Proto-Germanic word "flakaną", meaning "to flog" or "to strike".
Idioms with the word FLOGGING
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be flogging a dead horse
The idiom "be flogging a dead horse" means to persistently and pointlessly continue with an activity or effort that is already hopeless, unproductive, or has already been resolved. It usually implies wasting time, energy, or resources on something that is no longer beneficial or likely to change.
Similar spelling words for FLOGGING
- lagging,
- Clogging,
- flagging,
- flagon,
- forging,
- Flocking,
- logging,
- flashing,
- legging,
- Fogging,
- flickinger,
- Lugging.
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