Flagellation
/ˌflædʒəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or practice of whipping or scourging, historically used as a form of punishment or penance, sometimes relevant in legal contexts involving corporal punishment.
The court examined whether the flagellation was legally permissible under prevailing human rights laws.
Forms
- flagellation
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Commentary
Flagellation as a legal term is typically referenced in historical or human rights contexts concerning corporal punishment. Modern legal systems often prohibit or strictly regulate such practices.
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