Meaning Of The Word Whiplash

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What's The Definition Of Whiplash?

whiplash
Whiplash is a neck injury caused by the head suddenly moving forwards and then back again, for example in a car accident.

whiplash in American English
the flexible striking part of a whip
noun: the lash of a whip
transitive verb: to beat, hit, throw, etc., with or as if with a whiplash

whiplash in British English
noun: a quick lash or stroke of a whip or like that of a whip

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