flagellum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

noun a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)
noun a lash-like appendage used for locomotion (e.g., in sperm cells and some bacteria and protozoa)

From Latin flagellum (“whip”), diminutive of flagrum.

He was the author of a controversial book entitled, "Neue Juden-geissel," cited as "Flagellum Judæorum." — Some Jewish Witnesses For Christ, Aaron Bernstein
Know that in this country genius and learning carry everything before them; and if you behave yourself properly, you may, one day or another, be as high in the world as myself.” At this speech Paul looked wistfully round the spruce parlour, and thought what a fine thing it would be to be lord of such a domain, together with the appliances of flageolet and cremona, boxing-gloves, books, fly-flanking flagellum, three guineas, with the little mountain of silver, and the reputation--shared only with Lord Dunshunner--of being the best whip in London. — Paul Clifford — Complete, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron Lytton

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