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bullwhip Synonyms

Another word for bullwhip

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• noun (Context 1)

A long, heavy whip made of braided leather with a short handle, tapering to a thin tip designed to produce a loud cracking sound for driving cattle or livestock.

Usage Example

"The rancher coiled the braided leather stockwhip and hung it beside the saddle in the barn."

Strong
stockwhip
whip
Weak
lash

• verb (Context 2)

To strike, drive, or lash with a bullwhip.

Usage Example

"The stagecoach driver had to whip the unruly team of horses to keep the wagon on the narrow mountain trail."

Strong
whip
lash
flog

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