Meaning of the word whip in English

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whip

US /wɪp/
UK /wɪp/
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Noun

1.

a strip of leather or length of cord fastened to a handle, used for flogging or beating a person or animal or for maintaining control or discipline

Example:
The cowboy cracked his whip to urge the horses forward.
He used a whip to train the circus animals.
2.

a dessert made by whipping cream or other ingredients until light and fluffy

Example:
She served a delicious fruit whip for dessert.
The chocolate whip was light and airy.

Verb

1.

to beat (a person or animal) with a whip, especially as a punishment

Example:
The master would often whip his disobedient servants.
He was threatened with a whipping if he didn't comply.
2.

to beat (cream, eggs, or other food) into a froth

Example:
Whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks.
She quickly whipped up a batch of pancakes.
3.

to move or take something quickly and suddenly

Example:
He whipped out his phone to take a picture.
The car whipped around the corner.
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