English dictionary
ferule
/'f/E/r/@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a switch (a stick or cane or flat paddle) used to punish children
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A flat piece of wood, used for striking, children, esp. on the hand, in punishment.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To punish with a ferule.
Source: webster1913