Phrase guide

whip out

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To pull something out with a sudden jerk.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, transitive

Examples

  • He suddenly whipped out his gun and pointed it at his doctor.
  • I whipped out my wallet and laid a five-pound note on the bar.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: pull out

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To complete or produce rapidly.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, transitive

Examples

  • You need the report by this afternoon? No problem! I will whip one out for you in 10 minutes.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Bulgarian: изтеглям (iztegljam) — to pull something out with a sudden jerk
  • Polish: wyciągać błyskawicznie — to pull something out with a sudden jerk
  • Polish: wyciągnąć błyskawicznie — to pull something out with a sudden jerk
  • Portuguese: sacar — to pull something out with a sudden jerk
  • Spanish: sacar repentinamente — to pull something out with a sudden jerk