Definition of Ferle

Definition of Ferle

Fer"ule (? or ?; 277), n. [L. ferula: cf. F. férule. See Ferula.] A flat piece of wood, used for striking, children, esp. on the hand, in punishment.

Fer"ule (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Feruled (?); p. pr. & vb. n. Feruling.] To punish with a ferule.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

A ruler-shaped instrument, generally used to spank naughty children on the hand.

- The Nuttall Encyclopedia

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