Skelps [verb]

Definition of Skelps:

scold, discipline

Synonyms of Skelps:

● Punish

● Censure

● Berate

● Upbraid

● Castigate

● Lash

● Flog

● Ream

● Chasten

● Pummel

● Scourge

● Beat

● Spank

● Baste

● Thrash

● Correct

● Whip

● Chew out

● Lay into

● Climb all over

● Ferule

● Lean on

● Skelp

● Slap down


Opposite/Antonyms of Skelps:

● Promote

● Inspirit

● Encourage

● Cheer

● Lose

● Help

● Forgive

● Comfort

● Surrender

● Protect

● Guard

● Assist

● Aid

● Laud

● Compliment

● Praise


Sentence/Example of Skelps:

I've been true to my word, stranger; that cabin is lined with skelps and ornamented with Ingin top-knots!

These skelps are heated, and beaten on a groove until they form a tube half closed.