swish
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Meaning · English
To flog; to lash.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
After Virginia came the twins, who were usually called "the Star and Stripes", as they were always getting swished.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “swish” mean?
To flog; to lash.
Is “swish” formal or informal?
swish is generally dated, slang.