Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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flail | Yes | No | Yes | No |
implement | Yes | No | Yes | No |
flail (noun) | implement (noun) |
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an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing | instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end |
flail (verb) | implement (verb) |
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give a thrashing to; beat hard | pursue to a conclusion or bring to a successful issue |
move like a flail; thresh about | ensure observance of laws and rules |
apply in a manner consistent with its purpose or design |