FUSTIGATIONS

Noun

fustigations

plural of fustigation

Source: Wiktionary


FUSTIGATION

Fus"ti*ga"tion, n. Etym: [Cf. F. fustigation.]

Definition: A punishment by beating with a stick or club; cudgeling. This satire, composed of actual fustigation. Motley.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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