Meaning of Nettling | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope.
   countable, uncountable
2. The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling.
   countable, uncountable
3. The process of stinging somebody with nettles.
   countable, uncountable

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Examples

“Their greater male strength will be both tested and attested to in their ability to undergo the initiation nettlings, beatings, and burnings administered to them by the older initiators […]”

CEFR level