bullwhip
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈbʊl.wɪp//
KK: /bʊlˌwɪp/
noun
Definition
A type of whip that is long and made of braided leather, often used for driving animals or as a tool in various activities.
Example
The cowboy cracked his bullwhip to get the cattle moving.
Conversation
Did you see that bullwhip demonstration at the fair?
Yeah, it was really impressive how they handled it!
I never knew a bullwhip could make such loud cracks.
I know, right? It definitely added to the excitement!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
whip
lash
cord
Antonyms
sword
shield
club
transitive verb
Definition
To strike or hit someone or something using a type of whip that is long and flexible, often made of leather.
Example
He bullwhipped the ground to demonstrate his skill with the whip.
Tense Forms
Past: bullwhipped
Past Participle: bullwhipped
Conversation
Did you see how he can bullwhip that target with precision?
Yeah, it was amazing to watch!
I wish I could bullwhip like that one day.
Root Explanation
Bullwhip → The word is formed from "bull" (from Old English *bula*, meaning a male bovine) and "whip" (from Old English *hwippa*, meaning to strike or to move quickly). The term "bullwhip" refers to a type of whip traditionally associated with cattle, particularly bulls, used for driving or controlling them.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong male bovine ('bull') being controlled with a quick striking tool ('whip') — that's how you can remember that a bullwhip is a whip used for managing bulls.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.