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flail noun

  /fleɪl/ , /fɹeɪl/
  • A tool used for threshing, consisting of a long handle (handstock) with a shorter stick (swipple or swingle) attached with a short piece of chain, thong or similar material.
varsta
  • A weapon which has the (usually spherical) striking part attached to the handle with a flexible joint such as a chain.
sotavarsta, ketjukuulanuija

flail verb

  /fleɪl/ , /fɹeɪl/
  • (transitive) To wave or swing vigorously
huitoa, puida, viuhtoa
  • (transitive) To thresh.
puida
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