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flog

/fɒɡ/ verb · British & US
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What does flog mean?

verb

to beat or whip someone or something repeatedly, typically as a form of punishment or discipline. to criticize or attack someone or something severely, often in a public or humiliating way.

Example

"The teacher threatened to flog the student for misbehaving in class."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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