whiplash
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(noun) an injury to the neck (the cervical vertebrae) resulting from rapid acceleration or deceleration (as in an automobile accident) |
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Synonyms: whiplash injury |
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Related Words: harm, hurt, injury, trauma |
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2. |
(noun) a quick blow with a whip |
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Synonyms: lash, whip |
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Related Words: blow |
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