object lesson

/ˌɑbdʒəkt ˈlɛsn/
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Other forms: object lessons

Definitions of object lesson
  1. noun
    punishment intended as a warning to others
    synonyms: deterrent example, example, lesson
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    type of:
    admonition, monition, warning, word of advice
    cautionary advice about something imminent (especially imminent danger or other unpleasantness)
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