flagellation

UK
/ˌflædʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌflædʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/

Translations

flagellationadjective
more flagellation
Comp.
most flagellation
Super.
UK
/ˌflædʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌflædʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "flagellation ritual").
flagellationnoun
flagellations
pl
The ancient ritual involved flagellation as a form of penance.
Древний ритуал включал порку как форму покаяния.
Flagellation was used as a punishment in medieval times.
Бичевание использовалось как наказание в средние века.

Definitions

flagellationadjective
Relating to or involving flagellation.
The monks adhered to strict flagellation discipline.
flagellationnoun
The act or practice of whipping or flogging, especially as a form of religious discipline or punishment.
In medieval times, flagellation was sometimes used as a form of penance.
A form of sexual practice involving the act of whipping or being whipped for erotic pleasure.
The couple explored flagellation as part of their consensual BDSM activities.