Synonyms: trouncing, thrashing, whacking, beating, drubbing, licking, lacing
Definition: the act of inflicting corporal punishment with repeated blows
Similar words: corporal punishment
Definition: the infliction of physical injury on someone convicted of committing a crime
Definition: a cord that is drawn through eyelets or around hooks in order to draw together two edges (as of a shoe or garment)
Similar words: cord
Definition: a line made of twisted fibers or threads
Usage: the bundle was tied with a cord
Synonyms: lacing
Definition: a small amount of liquor added to a food or beverage
Similar words: liquor, John Barleycorn, booze, hard drink, hard liquor, spirits, strong drink
Definition: an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented