Answer: lashing

AnswerCrossword Clue
LASHINGTongue-.. (scolding)
LASHINGWielding a whip
LASHINGSevere scolding
LASHINGTongue-... (talking-to)
LASHINGFastening with rope.
LASHINGCord for a sailor's hammock.
LASHINGRope or wire.
LASHINGSome corporal punishment
LASHINGFlagellation
LASHINGPunishment on the Bounty
LASHINGFastening, in a way
LASHINGSwitch hits?
lashinga flogging (a whipping (material used to whip))
lashingAn act or instance of whipping
lashingA cord used to fasten something securely