What is another word for horsewhips?

Pronunciation: [hˈɔːswɪps] (IPA)

Horsewhips is a term that refers to a type of whip that is explicitly designed for use with horses. It is an effective tool for guiding and controlling horses during horseback riding or driving, but sometimes the term can be seen as negative due to its association with cruelty. In order to avoid using this term, there are several synonyms that can be used instead. Some alternatives include riding crops, dressage whips, and lunge whips. These terms are often used in equestrian sports and activities and are seen as less harsh or contentious than the term horsewhips.

Synonyms for Horsewhips:

What are the hypernyms for Horsewhips?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Horsewhips

I fear nothing, for the fellow knows you are under the protection of the Oakley horsewhips; only it is as well to leave nothing to chance.
"The Vicar of Wrexhill"
Mrs [Frances] Trollope
Indeed, such was his fear of them, that not one was allowed to approach the castle; and when he rode or drove out, lacqueys and squires went before with great horsewhips, to chase away all the old women out of his Grace's path, for truly Sidonia might be amongst them.
"Sidonia The Sorceress V1"
William Mienhold
Some of the younger farmers and their wives had high, shiny wagons, with tall horsewhips,-which they sometimes brought into church,-and they drove up to the steps with a consciousness of being conspicuous and enviable.
"Deephaven and Selected Stories & Sketches"
Sarah Orne Jewett

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