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Whisk Definition & Meaning

whisk
noun
  1. a mixer incorporating a coil of wires; used for whipping eggs or cream
  2. a small short-handled broom used to brush clothes
verb
  1. move somewhere quickly; "The President was whisked away in his limo"
  2. move quickly and nimbly; "He whisked into the house"
  3. brush or wipe off lightly
  4. whip with or as if with a wire whisk; "whisk the eggs"

"Whisk" in song lyrics

See how whisk is used in real songs:

  • "'til one of us admits it's a battle a whisk"
    Queen Latifah — Bananas
  • "And when mi have a stain wash it out with whisk"
    Stetsasonic — The Odad
  • "poison whisk"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "whisk"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "whisk" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for whisk to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does whisk mean?
a mixer incorporating a coil of wires; used for whipping eggs or cream a small short-handled broom used to brush clothes move somewhere quickly; "The President was whisked away in his limo" move quickly and nimbly; "He whisked into the house" brush or wipe off lightly whip with or as if with a wire whisk; "whisk the eggs"
What part of speech is whisk?
Whisk is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does whisk have?
Whisk has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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