Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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scourge | Yes | No | Yes | No |
strap | Yes | No | Yes | No |
scourge (noun) | strap (noun) |
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a whip used to inflict punishment | whip consisting of a strip of leather used in flogging |
a person who inspires fear or dread | an elongated leather strip (or a strip of similar material) for binding things together or holding something in position |
something causing misery or death | a band that goes over the shoulder and supports a garment or bag |
hanger consisting of a loop of leather suspended from the ceiling of a bus or train; passengers hold onto it |
scourge (verb) | strap (verb) |
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cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly | secure (a sprained joint) with a strap |
whip | sharpen with a strap |
punish severely; excoriate | tie with a strap |
beat severely with a whip or rod |