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horsewhip
verb horse·whip \ˈhȯrs-ˌwip, ˈhȯrs-ˌhwip\
: to hit (someone) with a whip
Full Definition of HORSEWHIP
transitive verb
: to flog with or as if with a whip made to be used on a horse
— horse·whip·per noun
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First Known Use of HORSEWHIP
1751
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HORSEWHIP Defined for Kids
horsewhip
verb horse·whip \ˈhȯrs-ˌwip, ˈhȯrs-ˌhwip\
horse·whippedhorse·whip·ping
Definition of HORSEWHIP for Kids
: to beat severely with a whip made to be used on a horse
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