Definition of: whisk

(hwisk) v.t.
1. To bear along or sweep with light movements, as of a small broom or a fan: often with away or off: to whisk flies away.
2. To cause to move with a quick sweeping motion.
3. To beat or mix with a quick movement, as eggs, cream, etc.
—v.i.
4. To move quickly and lightly.
—noun
1. A light stroke; a sudden, sweeping movement.
2. A little broom or brush.
3. A little bunch, as of straw, feathers, etc.; wisp.
4. A small culinary instrument for rapidly whipping (cream, etc.) to a froth.
5. A neckerchief of lawn or lace formerly worn by women. [Prob. <Scand. Cf. Dan. viske wipe, rub.]