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    Cravache (en. Whip)

    /kʁavaʃ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A whip used primarily to direct a horse.
    The rider used his whip to encourage his horse to move forward.
    Le cavalier a utilisé sa cravache pour encourager son cheval à avancer.
    A disciplinary tool, often associated with equestrian practice.
    The whip is essential for some experienced riders.
    La cravache est essentielle pour certains cavaliers expérimentés.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'cravache' which refers to a whip.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to work someone over
    To use a whip to discipline a horse.
    faire cravache
    whip in hand
    To be ready to intervene authoritatively.
    cravache à la main

    Related Words

    horseback riding
    The art or practice of riding a horse.
    équitation
    rider
    A person who rides a horse.
    cavalier
    whip
    An instrument used to strike or to give orders.
    fouet

    Slang Meanings

    To use force or domination to obtain something.
    He took his whip to make himself heard in the team.
    Il a pris sa cravache pour se faire entendre dans l'équipe.
    To be strict or authoritarian.
    She who is the whip of the office, everyone is afraid of her.
    Elle qui est la cravache du bureau, tout le monde a peur d'elle.