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whisk Definition

whisk (hwisk, wisk)

noun

    1. the act of brushing with a quick, light, sweeping motion
    2. such a motion
  2. a small bunch of straw, twigs, hair, etc. used for brushing
  3. a kitchen utensil consisting of wire loops fixed in a handle, for whipping egg whites, cream, etc.

Etymology: ME wisk < ON visk, wisp, brush < IE *weisk- (< *weis-, supple twig, broom) > Ger wischen, to wipe

transitive verb

  1. to move, remove, carry, brush (away, off, out, etc.) with a quick, sweeping motion to whisk out a handkerchief, to whisk off crumbs
  2. to whip (egg whites, cream, etc.)

intransitive verb

to move quickly, nimbly, or briskly

whisk Synonyms

whisk

v.

flit, flutter, speed; see hurry 1.

whisk Usage Examples

Object

  • yolk: In a bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 80g / 3 oz sugar to a ribbon consistency.
  • egg: Gradually beat in the whisked eggs adding a little at a time using an electric whisk.
  • vinegar: Whisk the vinegar and oil together, season well and toss into the salad.
  • cream: Remove the vanilla pod then add the whisked cream to the saucepan of sauce.
  • white: In a large bowl, whisk the egg whites into stiff peaks.
  • mixture: Using a balloon whisk or fork, whisk the mixture vigorously to break up ice crystals.

Preposition: in

  • butter: Bring to the boil then whisk in the butter.
  • sugar: Then whisk in the caster sugar, 1 tbsp at a time.
  • milk: Slowly whisk in 250ml milk to make a thick consistency & season with a pinch of salt.

Adjective modifier

  • electric: Then make the mashed banana into a smooth paste by using your electric whisk or a blender.

Modifies a noun

  • egg: Lightly whisk eggs and extra yolk together in a large bowl.

Modifying Another Word

  • continuously: Slowly start adding the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  • lightly: Place the flour and salt in a mixing bowl and whisk lightly with a whisk.
  • away: Then mounting the hill, she is whisked away by the forever wind to her reward.

Noun used with modifier

  • bowl: In a small bowl whisk together the egg yolks.
  • balloon: Using a balloon whisk or fork, whisk the mixture vigorously to break up ice crystals.
  • egg: As well as the traditional trench tools he has an egg whisk and cheese grater.
  • wire: A small wire whisk in the bottom of the mug froths milk to let you create fancy coffee drinks.

Preposition: until

  • mixture: Add the egg yolks and whisk until the mixture is pale.

Followed by an intransitive particle

  • off: Next we were whisked off for the mock cake cutting.