whip

/ˈwɪp/noun
Elementary
1

A lash; a pliant, flexible instrument, such as a rod (commonly of cane or rattan) or a plaited or braided rope or thong (commonly of leather) used to create a sharp "crack" sound for directing or herding animals.

2

The same instrument used to strike a person or animal for corporal punishment or torture.

3

A blow administered with a whip.

4

A whipper-in.

5

A member of a political party who is in charge of enforcing the party's policies in votes.

6

A document distributed weekly to MPs by party whips informing them of upcoming votes in parliament.

7

The regular status of an MP within a parliamentary party, which can be revoked by the party as a disciplinary measure.

8

Whipped cream.

9

A purchase in which one block is used to gain a 2:1 mechanical advantage.

10

A mode of personal motorized transportation; an automobile, all makes and models including motorcycles, excluding public transportation.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing