Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lashed
verb
/læʃt/
Definition
Lashed is the past tense of lash, which means to strike or whip with a sudden or forceful motion.
Examples
- The storm lashed the coastline with strong winds and heavy rain.
- He lashed out in anger after being provoked.
- The teacher lashed the student with criticism for not completing the assignment.
Meaning
To have struck someone or something with a lash or whip, often causing pain or leaving a mark.
Synonyms
- whipped
- struck
- hit
- slashed
- scourged
