Spanish tickler

English

Etymology

Darkly humorous meiosis based on its (supposed but unsubstantiated) use by the Spanish Inquisition to rip skin, flesh, and bone from unrepentant heretics.

Noun

Spanish tickler (plural Spanish ticklers)

  1. (historical weaponry, torture) Synonym of cat's-paw: a weapon or torture device resembling a cat's claws.
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