whip

noun
UK /wɪp/
US /wɪp/

A long thin rope or stick used to make animals move.

The farmer used a whip to guide the cows.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To beat cream or eggs quickly until they are thick.

She will whip the cream for the cake.

3. A member of a political party who keeps others in line for voting.

The party whip made sure everyone voted.

4. To move something quickly through the air.

He whipped the towel around his head.