whisk
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for whisk, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A kitchen tool made of looped wires, used to beat eggs, cream, or batter.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use whisk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old Norse visk, meaning "a bundle" — originally referring to a bundle of twigs used as a simple brush, later applied to the wire kitchen tool.
Full origin of whisk →Frequently asked questions
What does “whisk” mean?
The word “whisk” means a kitchen tool made of looped wires, used to beat eggs, cream, or batter. In plain terms, a tool for beating ingredients together, or the act of doing so — also used for whisking someone away quickly.
How do you pronounce “whisk”?
“Whisk” is pronounced WIHSK (/ˈwɪsk/ in IPA).
How do you use “whisk” in a sentence?
Here is “whisk” used in a sentence: “Use a whisk to beat the eggs before adding them to the pan.”
What part of speech is “whisk”?
Depending on how it is used, “whisk” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “whisk” come from?
The word “whisk” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse visk, meaning "a bundle" — originally referring to a bundle of twigs used as a simple brush, later applied to the wire kitchen tool.
How many meanings does “whisk” have?
“Whisk” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a kitchen tool made of looped wires, used to beat eggs, cream, or batter.