to sting

to prick a thorn, as done by a bee

to be stung by an insect

the post or mail

cast a charm to cure toothache, knock out the teeth (of)

To rail in good set terms, to revile.

to brush off, to clean

to remove dust from, beat, chastise

to showing knowledge, demonstrate competence (use of vague and difficult words used sarcastically)

beat severely

strike fire with a flint and steel

to moult, shed old feathers

to boast (of), brag (about)

exorcise, use spells or charms to drive away evil spirit or the effect of evil eye