overwhip

/ˌoʊvərˈhwɪp/

Definitions

1. verb

to whip or lash something excessively or in a violent manner.

“The police officer was accused of overwhipping the suspect.”

2. noun

an excessive or violent whipping.

“The prisoner suffered from the overwhip he received from the guard.”

Synonyms

  • overbeat
  • overlash
  • overstrike

Antonyms

  • subdue
  • understrike