What does WHIPS mean?

Whips

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: A strip of leather or other material attached to a handle, used for hitting or urging on animals or for corporal punishment.
• Verb: Beat (a person or animal) with a whip or similar instrument, especially as a punishment or to urge them on.

Pronunciations:

• US: /wɪps/
• UK: /wɪps/

Origin and Usage:

The word "whips" originated in the 14th century from the Old English word "hwippen," which means "to whip." The noun form of the word has been used to describe a tool used for corporal punishment or to urge on animals since the 16th century. The verb form has been used to describe the act of beating or urging on since the 17th century. Today, the word "whips" is commonly used to describe a political partys officials who are responsible for ensuring that party members vote in line with the partys policies.

Synonyms:

• Strap
• Lash
• Flogger
• Cane
• Rod

Related Words:

• Whirl
• Wipes
• Whist
• Whack
• Witch

Example Sentences:

• The cowboy cracked his whip, and the horse took off at a gallop.
• The teacher threatened to whip the misbehaving students if they didn settle down.
• The party whips worked hard to ensure that all members of their party voted in favor of the