General
fair crack of the whip
What does fair crack of the whip mean?
A reasonable opportunity to do or say something.
"Give me a fair crack of the whip and I'll get it done."
Origin
Australian idiom, from driving a team with a whip.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'fair crack of the whip' mean?
It means a fair chance or a reasonable opportunity to do or say something.
Where does 'fair crack of the whip' come from?
It draws on the image of driving a team of animals with a whip, where each gets a fair turn or share.
Is 'fair crack of the whip' the same as 'fair go'?
They're very close, both asking for fairness, though 'fair crack of the whip' leans slightly more towards getting a chance to prove yourself.
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