Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a professional, who performs whips or flagellation on the back or buttocks as a form of erotic stimulation or in a S and M (sadomasochistic) context.

“The flagellist was well-known for his strict discipline and precision in his performances.”

2. noun

A person who uses a whip or flagellum (whip-like structure) as an instrument in various contexts such as scientific experiments, or as part of a ceremonial or ritualistic practice.

“The marine biologist was an expert flagellist, studying the movement and behavior of flagellated cells in various aquatic environments.”