whipping
13 synonyms for whipping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The punishment of being struck repeatedly with a whip.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
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Rare, literary or technical
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tanning
debacle
lashing
flogging
thrashing
drubbing
walloping
trouncing
whipstitch
flagellation
whipstitching
How to use whipping
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
whipping cream
give someone a whipping
Frequently asked questions
What does “whipping” mean?
The word “whipping” means the punishment of being struck repeatedly with a whip. In plain terms, a beating (literal or as punishment), a heavy defeat, or the act of beating cream/eggs until fluffy.
How do you pronounce “whipping”?
“Whipping” is pronounced WIH-pihng (/ˈwɪpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “whipping” in a sentence?
Here is “whipping” used in a sentence: “In earlier centuries, sailors could be sentenced to a whipping for minor offences.”
What part of speech is “whipping”?
“Whipping” is a noun.
Is “whipping” a common word?
“Whipping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “whipping” have?
“Whipping” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the punishment of being struck repeatedly with a whip.
