Whisk (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object)
  1. to move with a rapid, sweeping stroke: She whisked everything off the table with her arm.
  2. to sweep (dust, crumbs, etc., or a surface) with a whisk broom, brush, or the like.
  3. to draw, snatch, carry, etc., lightly and rapidly: He whisked the money into his pocket.
  4. to whip (eggs, cream, etc.) to a froth with a whisk or beating instrument.
verb (used without object)
  1. to sweep, pass, or go lightly and rapidly.
noun
  1. an act of whisking.
  2. a rapid, sweeping stroke; light, rapid movement.
  3. whisk broom.
  4. a small bunch of grass, straw, hair, or the like, especially for use in brushing.
  5. an implement, usually a bunch of wire loops held together in a handle, for beating or whipping eggs, cream, etc.
verb
  1. to brush, sweep, or wipe off lightly
  2. to move, carry, etc, with a light or rapid sweeping motion
  3. to move, go, etc, quickly and nimbly
  4. to whip (eggs, cream, etc) to a froth
noun
  1. the act of whisking
  2. a light rapid sweeping movement or stroke
  3. a utensil, often incorporating a coil of wires, for whipping eggs, etc
  4. a small brush or broom
  5. a small bunch or bundle, as of grass, straw, etc
Whisk (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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