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whiplike

/ˈwɪp.laɪk/

whiplikeadjective

more whiplike

Comp.

most whiplike

Super.

/ˈwɪp.laɪk/

Translations

The plant has whiplike stems that can grow several meters long.

У растения хлыстовидные стебли, которые могут вырастать до нескольких метров в длину.

Definitions

Resembling a whip in being long, thin, and flexible.

The whiplike branches of the willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.

Having a sharp, sudden, or forceful quality similar to the motion of a whip.

The whiplike crack of the thunder startled everyone in the room.

Synonyms

whiplikeadverb

/ˈwɪp.laɪk/

Occasionally used adverbially to modify verbs, meaning 'in a manner resembling a whip; sharply or suddenly.'

Definitions

In a manner resembling the motion or crack of a whip; sharply or suddenly.

The rope snapped whiplike as it hit the post.