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lasher


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who whips or beats, especially as a punishment.


Variants
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lasher , lashers
Etymology
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From Old English læscian, to scour, whip.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'lasher' is often used in the context of slavery and plantation agriculture, referring to the overseer who would whip the slaves to keep them working.

  2. In some cultures, the use of a 'lasher' or whip is considered a sign of power and dominance, and is used in various ceremonies and rituals.


Related Concepts
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  1. whipping: The act of inflicting pain on someone using a whip or similar instrument.

  2. punishment: The infliction of pain or suffering as a penalty for an offense.


Culture
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In literature, the term 'lasher' is used to describe a cruel and sadistic character who inflicts pain on others. In art, there are depictions of 'lasher' as a whip-wielding figure, often associated with dominance and control.

How to Memorize "lasher"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person holding a long, thick whip, cracking it in the air and using it to inflict pain on someone.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lasher' with the image of a cruel master or dominatrix, wielding a whip and inflicting pain.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember 'Lasher' as a 'Lash-er', someone who uses a whip or lash to inflict pain.


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