flagellation vs hiding

flagellation

noun
  • A beating consisting of lashes, notably as corporal punishment or mortification, such as a whipping or scourging. 

  • The formation by plants of flagella, or their arrangement 

hiding

noun
  • A beating or spanking. 

  • A state of concealment. 

  • A place of concealment. 

  • Skinning (of an animal) to yield a hide (for human use). 

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