ferule

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English

Definitions

noun

A ruler-shaped instrument, generally used to slap naughty children on the hand.

verb

To punish with a ferule.

Related words

Synonyms

palmer flogger thumbscrew fingerlet ferrule stick paddle truncheon cane colt spanker ferril pandy pandybat switch sucker

Rhymes

cerule c rule degree rule e rule fee rule guarantee rule key rule meiji rule p rule payee rule

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