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Dictionary definition of whale
To strike or thrash repeatedly and forcefully.
"Angrily, she would whale the mattress to get rid of the dust."
Detailed meaning of whale
It typically involves delivering powerful blows or strikes with great strength and intensity. "Whale" is often associated with actions resembling those of a whale, particularly the forceful movement of its tail or fins in the water. It can be used metaphorically to describe actions or movements characterized by vigorous and repetitive striking, whether with physical force or metaphorical impact. Additionally, "whale" can be used as a slang term meaning to defeat someone or something decisively, especially in sports or competitive situations. The verb "whale" conveys a sense of forcefulness, impact, and intensity, implying a significant display of power or action.
Example sentences containing whale
1. "If you don't behave, I'll whale you with my belt," warned the pirate captain.
2. The boxer, even in his tired state, began to whale his opponent relentlessly.
3. He resolved to whale the dust off that old rug.
4. "Don't make me whale you!" she threatened, brandishing her rolled up magazine.
5. In the spirit of friendly competition, they agreed to whale each other in the game.
6. He decided to whale the punching bag, training for the big match.
History and etymology of whale
The verb 'whale,' in the sense of striking or thrashing repeatedly and forcefully, has its origins in Middle English and is related to the Old English word 'hwælan,' which means to beat or whip. This word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic root 'hwal,' which conveys the idea of a sudden and vigorous action. Over time, the term 'whale' has evolved to describe the act of delivering powerful blows or strikes, often used metaphorically to emphasize the intensity or forcefulness of an action or impact. It remains a vivid and expressive term for describing vigorous and repeated actions, particularly when they involve physical force or energy.
Further usage examples of whale
1. The drummer started to whale the cymbals, causing a sudden, clamorous roar.
2. She decided to whale the keyboard in frustration, venting her creative block.
3. The toddler started to whale his toy against the wall, causing a commotion.
4. Unleashing his fury, he began to whale the old, battered training dummy.
5. It was time to whale the worn-out boxing gloves, venting years of pent-up rage.
6. In the midst of the match, he planned to whale the squash ball with all his might.
7. Suddenly, she started to whale the table with her fist, showing her disagreement.
8. The chef chose to whale the dough, releasing all his stress into his bread making.
9. If he did not control his anger, he would whale anything within his reach.
10. The pianist, in a fit of passion, started to whale the keys, creating a chaotic melody.
11. To get his attention, she decided to whale the back of his chair.
12. In his excitement, he couldn't help but whale the bongo drums.
13. In her dream, she was a giant, free to whale the city with her mighty fists.
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High School 17, TOEFL 10, Violence and Aggression
assail,pummel,thrash
batter,beat,buffet,hammer,lash,pound,strike,thump,wallop
Synonyms for whale
Quiz categories containing whale
beat, protect, defend, nurture
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