Shirabe
Noun
English jmdict
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone whip;lash;scourge
The cruel man beat the dog with a whip.
2
noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone stick;cane;rod;pointer
In Singapore, one method of punishing criminals is to whip them, or hit them several times on the back with a cane.
3
noun (common) (futsuumeishi) word usually written using kana alone encouragement;rebuke;spur;goad
Other forms
Noun
English jmdict
1
noun (common) (futsuumeishi) historical term caning (10-50 strokes; least severe of the five ritsuryō punishments)
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English jmdict
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noun (common) (futsuumeishi) archaic word usually written using kana alone scourge;whip;switch
Other forms