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Definition of whiplike

whiplike

/ˈwɪp.laɪk/
whip · like

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1

Resembling a whip in being long, slender, and flexible (often used in biology to describe tails, shoots, or flagella).

Example

"The single-celled organism propels itself through the water using a long, whiplike appendage."


2

Resembling the quick, sharp, snapping motion or sound of a whip.

Example

"The gymnast executed a series of whiplike turns across the floor mat."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Whiplike. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/whiplike
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