noun
Uncommon
whipping
WIH-pihng
Whipping (noun) means the punishment of being struck repeatedly with a whip. Example: “In earlier centuries, sailors could be sentenced to a whipping for minor offences.”
noun
1
The punishment of being struck repeatedly with a whip.
"In earlier centuries, sailors could be sentenced to a whipping for minor offences."
2
A heavy defeat.
"The home team took a real whipping, losing 6-0."
3
The technique of beating cream or eggs until light and airy.
"A hand mixer makes whipping cream much faster."
How to use whipping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA beating (literal or as punishment), a heavy defeat, or the act of beating cream/eggs until fluffy.
Common pairings
whipping cream
give someone a whipping
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Word forms
- Plural
- whippings
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Rhymes for whipping
tipping
dipping
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nipping
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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.
