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strap
Whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
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noun
Whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging
noun
An elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position
noun
A band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag
noun
Hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it
verb
Secure (a sprained joint) with a strap
verb
Sharpen with a strap
“Strap a razor”
verb
Tie with a strap
verb
Beat severely with a whip or rod
“The teacher often flogged the students”
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Strap a razor
The teacher often flogged the students
The children were severely trounced
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