lash

[læʃ]

lash Definition

• 1. to strike with or as if with a whip
• 2. to beat violently
• 3. to move forcefully or suddenly

Using lash: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lash" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The wind lashed the trees.

• Example

  The captain lashed the crew into action.

• Example

  The rain lashed against the windows.

• Example

  He lashed out at his critics.

lash Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lash

• whip
• thrash
• beat
• pummel
• flog

Antonyms for lash

• soothe
• caress

Idioms Using lash

• lash into

  to criticize or attack someone or something severely

  Example

  He lashed into the government's handling of the crisis.

• lash up

  to create or put together something quickly and without much planning

  Example

  We need to lash up a plan before the deadline.

• lash out at

  to attack or criticize someone or something angrily

  Example

  He lashed out at his colleagues for not supporting him.

Phrases with lash

• lash out

  to suddenly and violently attack someone or something, either physically or verbally

  Example

  She lashed out at her ex-husband during the interview.

• lash together

  to tie or fasten things together with a rope or cord

  Example

  We need to lash together some branches to make a shelter.

• lash down

  to secure something by tying it down with a rope or cord

  Example

  Make sure you lash down the equipment before the storm hits.

Origins of lash

from Old English 'læscan', meaning 'to lash, whip'

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Summary: lash in Brief

The verb 'lash' [læʃ] means to strike or beat with force, often with a whip. It can also mean to move suddenly or forcefully. Examples include 'The wind lashed the trees,' and 'He lashed out at his critics.' Phrases include 'lash out,' meaning to suddenly attack someone or something, and 'lash together,' meaning to tie things together with a rope or cord.