Whip
Pronunciation: /ˈwɪp/
Whip (noun)
- A long, thin tool used to hit animals or people to make them move or obey.
- A person in a political party who makes sure members vote in a certain way.
- A sweet, creamy topping often used on desserts.
Examples
- The trainer used a whip to guide the horse.
- A whip can be made of leather or synthetic materials.
Common collocations: crack the whip, hold a whip, chief whip, party whip, whipped cream
Whip (verb)
- To hit someone or something with a long, thin tool.
- To move or make something move quickly and suddenly.
- To mix food quickly to make it light and fluffy.
Examples
- The rider whipped the horse to make it run faster.
- He whipped the air to make a loud sound.