birching (Meaning)

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birching (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Birch

Birching was a common form of corporal punishment in schools during the 19th century.
The practice of birching involved striking the offender with a bundle of birch rods.
In some cultures, birching was used as a judicial punishment for minor crimes.
The schoolmaster administered a birching to the disobedient student as a deterrent for future misbehavior.
The sound of the birching echoed through the courtyard as the punishment was carried out.
The severity of the birching varied depending on the offense committed.
Some societies abolished the practice of birching due to concerns about its effectiveness and potential for abuse.
The criminal received a sentence of birching for his involvement in the theft.
Birching fell out of favor as a punishment in many countries during the 20th century.
The use of birching as a disciplinary measure has been met with criticism and controversy.

of Birch

whipping, slashing, flicking, hiding, flogging, spanking, lashing, thrashing, leathering, mauling

No antonyms found.

Birching was a common form of corporal punishment in schools during the 19th century.

The practice of birching involved striking the offender with a bundle of birch rods.

In some cultures, birching was used as a judicial punishment for minor crimes.

The schoolmaster administered a birching to the disobedient student as a deterrent for future misbehavior.