Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*weyp-
3 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *weyp-, most common first.
- whipA lash; a pliant, flexible instrument, such as a rod (commonly of cane or rattan) or a plaited or braided rope or thong (commonly of leather) used to create a sharp "crack" sound for directing or herding animals.
- wipeTo move an object over, maintaining contact, with the intention of removing some substance from the surface. (Compare rub.)
- vibrateTo shake with small, rapid movements to and fro.