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Whipping - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

whipping

/ˈwɪpɪŋ/ /ˈwɪpɪŋ/

Definition:

Beating someone or something with a whip or similar object as punishment or to urge movement.

Synonyms:

flogging, lashing, thrashing, beating

Part of Speech:

noun, verb (present participle)

Antonyms:

caressing, soothing

Common Collocations:

whipping cream, whipping boy, whipping post, whipping motion

Derivatives:

whipped, whipper, whip

Usage Tips:

Use "whipping" to describe physical punishment or vigorous mixing (e.g., cream). Avoid overuse in figurative contexts.

Common Phrases:

whipping boy, take a whipping, whipping wind

Etymology:

From Old English "hwippian," meaning to move quickly or strike; related to "whip."

Examples:

  • 1. The wind was whipping through the trees violently.
  • 2. She was whipping the cream until it formed stiff peaks.
  • 3. The cruel master gave the servant a harsh whipping.
  • 4. He avoided the whipping by apologizing sincerely.

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