A weapon which has the (usually spherical) striking part attached to the handle with a flexible joint such as a chain.
A tool used for threshing, consisting of a long handle with a shorter stick attached with a short piece of chain, thong or similar material.
To beat using a flail or similar implement.
To wave or swing vigorously
To thresh.
To move like a flail.
A restraining belt attached to a vehicle seat and fastened around occupants in order to keep them in place and decelerate them smoothly rather than suddenly in an accident, mitigating the risk of injury from uncontrolled impact with injurious objects.