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whisk

Syllabification: (whisk)
Pronunciation: /(h)wisk/
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Definition of whisk

verb

[with object]
  • 1take or move (someone or something) in a particular direction suddenly and quickly:his jacket was whisked away for dry cleaning
  • 2beat or stir (a substance, especially cream or eggs) with a light, rapid movement.
  • 3brush with a whisk broom.

noun

  • 1a utensil for whipping eggs or cream.
  • 3 (also fly whisk) a bunch of grass, twigs, or bristles for removing dust or flies.
  • 4 [in singular] a brief, rapid action or movement:a whisk around St. Basil’s cathedral

Origin:

late Middle English: of Scandinavian origin

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