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scourging

/skɔːrɪndʒ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does scourging mean?

noun, verb

The act of whipping or beating someone severely, often as a form of punishment. To subject someone or something to severe criticism or attack.

Example

"The prisoner was subjected to scourging as a form of punishment."

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

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