Lash mark

WELT

Think of the raised red line left on skin after a sharp strike, often seen as a sign of injury or discipline.

"Lash mark" refers to a visible red or raised line left on the skin after being struck by a whip or similar object. The answer "WELT" fits because it’s the common term for that kind of injury—a swollen, discolored mark. There’s no wordplay here; it’s a straightforward definition where the clue directly describes the answer. Think of it like the mark left after a sharp hit, which is exactly what a welt is.