Definition of scourge

• n. - A lash; a strap or cord; especially, a lash used to inflict pain or punishment; an instrument of punishment or discipline; a whip.
• n. - Hence, a means of inflicting punishment, vengeance, or suffering; an infliction of affliction; a punishment.
• n. - To whip severely; to lash.
• n. - To punish with severity; to chastise; to afflict, as for sins or faults, and with the purpose of correction.
• n. - To harass or afflict severely.