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corporal punishment

/ˈkɔːrpərəl ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/

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/ˈkɔːrpərəl ˈpʌnɪʃmənt/C1formallegal
  • ruФизическое наказание, предназначенное для причинения боли или дискомфорта, обычно используемое в качестве дисциплинарной меры, например, шлепки, порка розгами или битьё плетью.

Physical punishment intended to cause pain or discomfort, typically used as a disciplinary measure, such as spanking, caning, or flogging.

  1. Physical disciplineB2formal

    The use of physical force to cause pain or discomfort as a form of punishment, typically for children or prisoners.

    ruТелесное наказание

    • Many countries have banned corporal punishment in schools.
    • The debate about corporal punishment in the home continues.
    • Corporal punishment was historically used in the military.