noun as in strong fondness

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spanking, whipping, beating

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Example Sentences

Example:The children received a spanking for their misbehavior.

Definition:A form of punishment wherein the buttocks are struck with open hands or with an implement, such as a cane or belt.

From spanking

Example:They used a long stick to administer a whipping as a form of paddywhacking.

Definition:The act of striking someone repeatedly with a whip, stick, or similar instrument.

From whipping

Example:He got beaten for not completing his chores.

Definition:The act of hitting someone repeatedly with a hand or an instrument.

From beating