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US/wɪp/
UK/wɪp/
to beat cream or eggs hard until they become light and thick
In context
Whip the cream until it forms soft peaks, then fold it into the batter.
She whipped up a quick dinner from whatever was left in the fridge.
The wind whipped the rain across the empty parking lot.
Words that go with whip
verb + noun
- whip creamYou can whip cream with a simple hand mixer.
- whip egg whitesWhip the egg whites until they are stiff.
verb + preposition
- whip up a mealHe can whip up a meal in ten minutes.
- whip into shapeThe new coach quickly whipped the team into shape.
verb + adverb
- whip togetherWhip together the sugar and butter in a large bowl.
- whip outShe whipped out her phone to take a photo.