Flagellation

(Jlaj-el-a' -shun). I. One of the many means used for the purpose of masochistic gratification in the sense of subjection to the woman; the lustful feeling arising from a mechanical irritation of the gen i to spinal center. 2. Flogging, formerly used as a local stimulant and counter-irritant, and once employed in the control of the insane Latterly it has been recommended as a check for post partum hemorrhage. See Percu ion .