Flail Definition & Meaning
flail
- noun
- an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing
- verb
- give a thrashing to; beat hard
- move like a flail; thresh about; "Her arms were flailing"
"Flail" in song lyrics
See how flail is used in real songs:
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"Look at our history, please acknowledge the crook and flail"
(Snowgoons f/) Buckshot, Chief Kamachi, Reef the Lost Cauze — Make Way -
"mitral valve flail"
AOL — AOL -
"royal 20crook 20and 20flail"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with flail
Usage tips for "flail"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "flail" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for flail to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does flail mean?
- an implement consisting of handle with a free swinging stick at the end; used in manual threshing give a thrashing to; beat hard move like a flail; thresh about; "Her arms were flailing"
- What part of speech is flail?
- Flail is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does flail have?
- Flail has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).