1. plural of lambing; the process or season when sheep give birth to lambs
Usage: usually used in agricultural or pastoral contexts; often refers to the spring season when most lambs are born
2. plural of lambing; instances of severe beating or punishment
Usage: informal; chiefly British

Examples

• The farm's lambings typically occur in March and April.
• During lambings, the shepherd must monitor the ewes closely for complications.
• The team took several lambings in the playoffs this season.
• After the scandal, the politician received a lambings in the press.
• Successful lambings depend on proper nutrition and shelter for the pregnant ewes.