noun Download 🔗Share A lash; a pliant, flexible instrument, such as a rod (commonly of cane or rattan) or a plaited or braided rope or thong (commonly of leather) used to create a sharp "crack" sound for directing or herding animals. Examples : "The farmer used a sturdy whip to herd the sheep towards the pasture. " utensil animal agriculture weapon action sound Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A blow administered with a whip. Examples : "The farmer used a whip to make the stubborn ox move faster. " action weapon Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A whipper-in. Examples : "The horse's whip was used to direct the whipper-in, who guided the carriage horses towards the stable. " sport job Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A member of a political party who is in charge of enforcing the party's policies in votes. Examples : "I was going to vote against the bill, but the party whip came to see me and made it clear I needed to vote for it." politics government Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (UK politics, with definite article) A document distributed weekly to MPs by party whips informing them of upcoming votes in parliament. Examples : "The party whip reminded MPs of the crucial vote on the education budget next week. " politics government Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Whipped cream. Examples : "My mom made a delicious strawberry dessert with fresh whipped cream. " food Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A purchase in which one block is used to gain a 2:1 mechanical advantage. Examples : "The mechanic used a simple whip to lift the heavy engine block. " technical physics machine Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A mode of personal motorized transportation; an automobile, all makes and models including motorcycles, excluding public transportation. Examples : "My son's new whip is a red sports car. " vehicle technology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A move in which one player transfers momentum to another. Examples : "The basketball player used a quick whip to pass the ball to his teammate. " sport action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A whipping motion; a thrashing about. Examples : "I was startled by the whip of the rope when it finally snapped." action sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The quality of being whiplike or flexible; suppleness, as of the shaft of a golf club. Examples : "The golf club's whip allowed for a smooth, controlled swing. " quality sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Any of various pieces that operate with a quick vibratory motion Examples : "The blender's whip attachment worked quickly, creating a smooth smoothie. " machine device utensil Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A coach driver; a coachman. Examples : "The whip drove the school bus, ensuring all the children arrived safely. " vehicle job person Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To hit with a whip. Examples : "The rider whipped the horse." action weapon Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share (by extension) To hit with any flexible object. Examples : "I whipped her with a newspaper." action weapon Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To defeat, as in a contest or game. Examples : "The team whipped their opponents in the soccer game, winning 5-0. " sport game achievement Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To mix in a rapid aerating fashion, especially food. Examples : "to whip eggs or cream" food utensil action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To urge into action or obedience. Examples : "He whipped the department into shape." action attitude Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To enforce a member voting in accordance with party policy. Examples : "The party leader whipped the members into voting for the new budget proposal. " politics government Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To bind the end of a rope with twine or other small stuff to prevent its unlaying: fraying or unravelling. Examples : "The sailor whipped the end of the rope to prevent it from fraying. " nautical sailing technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To hoist or purchase by means of a whip. Examples : "The farmer used a long whip to whip the heavy sack of potatoes onto the truck. " nautical sailing Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To sew lightly; specifically, to form (a fabric) into gathers by loosely overcasting the rolled edge and drawing up the thread. Examples : "to whip a ruffle" material action work Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To throw or kick an object at a high velocity. Examples : "He whipped the ball at me." action sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To fish a body of water especially by making repeated casts. Examples : "The fisherman whipped the lake, casting his line again and again to try and catch some fish. " fish sport action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To snap back and forth like a whip. Examples : "The pennants whipped in the wind." action sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To move very fast. Examples : "The wind whipped through the valley." action energy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To move (something) very fast; often with up, out, etc. Examples : "The chef whipped the cream until it was stiff peaks. " action way Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To transfer momentum from one skater to another. Examples : "The figure skater expertly whipped momentum from her partner, launching him into the air for a spectacular jump. " sport Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To lash with sarcasm, abuse, etc. Examples : "My boss whipped me with a barrage of criticism during the meeting. " attitude character communication action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To thrash; to beat out, as grain, by striking. Examples : "to whip wheat" action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading