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keelhauling

The word “keelhauling” has 3 syllables: keel-haul-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈkiːlˌhɔlɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for keelhauling?

In the thesaurus, “keelhauling” has 57 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for keelhauling along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for keelhauling

Antonyms for keelhauling

Meanings of keelhauling

  • verb
    1. To punish by dragging under the keel of a ship.
    2. To rebuke harshly.
  • noun
    1. The act by which a person is keelhauled.

Example Sentences

  • The pirate captain resorted to keelhauling to discipline the unruly crew.
  • The threat of keelhauling hung in the air, keeping the sailors in check.
  • The old maritime code included provisions for keelhauling as a severe punishment.
  • The daring rescue mission involved freeing a comrade from the clutches of a keelhauling.
  • As a last resort, the captain reluctantly ordered the keelhauling of the disobedient sailor.

On this page you'll find 64 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to keelhauling, such as: abusing, admonishing, approving, assailing, attacking, bad-mouthing, basting.

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