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flagellation

Syllabification: (flag·el·la·tion)
Pronunciation: /ˌflajəˈlāSHən/
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Definition of flagellation

noun

  • flogging or beating, either as a religious discipline or for sexual gratification:pursuing the path of penance and flagellation

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