Whisk

/wɪsk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A kitchen utensil used for whipping, beating, or stirring.

She used a whisk to mix the batter smoothly.

A quick, light movement or action.

With a whisk of his hand, he dismissed the suggestion.

verb

To beat or stir (a substance, such as cream or eggs) with a light rapid movement.

She whisked the eggs vigorously until they were fluffy.

To move quickly and suddenly.

He whisked the papers off the table in a hurry.

Middle English 'whikken', of unknown origin.

whisk away:

To remove someone or something quickly.

whisk up:

To quickly mix ingredients together.

To hurry or leave quickly.

After the meeting, I had to whisk out to catch my train.

Acting in a carefree manner.

He whisked through life without a worry.