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whipper-in

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A huntsman who keeps the hounds from wandering, and whips them in, if necessary, to the chase.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: hobbies, hunting, lifestyle

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: piqueur

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

One who enforces the discipline of a party, and urges the attendance and support of the members on all necessary occasions.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: government, politics

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: whip

Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

huntsman's assistant in managing the hounds

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: assistant, helper, help, supporter

History

Etymology

From whipper + in.