horsewhipping

/ˈhɔːrsˌwɪpɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act of beating or whipping a horse, often as punishment or to force obedience.
    • Witnesses reported a brutal horsewhipping that left the animal injured.
    • Horsewhipping was once a common practice in some rural areas, but it is now illegal in many countries.
    • The documentary showed the harsh reality of horsewhipping on old-fashioned farms.
adjective
  1. Relating to or used for whipping a horse.
    • She refused to use any horsewhipping equipment, preferring gentle training methods.
    • He carried a horsewhipping crop in his hand as he approached the stable.
    • The horsewhipping tool was made of leather and had a short handle.
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