lash

The word “lash” has 1 syllable: lash

It's pronounced as /læʃ/

What is synonym and antonym for lash?

In the thesaurus, “lash” has 232 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for lash along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for lash

Antonyms for lash

approve
compliment
defend
disentangle
flatter
lose
praise
protect
support
unbind
uncoil
undo
unfasten
unlace
unlash
unleash
unloose
unloosen
unravel
unsnarl
unspool
unstrap
unstring
untangle
untether
unthread
untie
untwine
untwist
unwind

Meanings of lash

noun
1. The thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given.
2. A leash in which an animal is caught or held; hence, a snare.
3. A stroke with a whip, or anything pliant and tough.
4. A stroke of satire or sarcasm; an expression or retort that cuts or gives pain; a cut.
5. A hair growing from the edge of the eyelid; an eyelash.
6. In carpet weaving, a group of strings for lifting simultaneously certain yarns, to form the figure.
verb
1. To strike with a lash; to whip or scourge with a lash, or with something like one.
2. To strike forcibly and quickly, as with a lash; to beat, or beat upon, with a motion like that of a lash.
3. To throw out with a jerk or quickly.
4. To scold; or to satirize; to censure with severity.
5. To ply the whip; to strike.
6. To utter censure or sarcastic language.
7. (of rain) To fall heavily, especially in the phrase lash down.
8. To bind with a rope, cord, thong, or chain, so as to fasten.
adjective
1. Remiss, lax.
2. Relaxed.
3. Soft, watery, wet.
4. Excellent, wonderful.
5. Drunk.

Example Sentences

She decided to lash the boat to the dock for safety.
The sudden storm caused the wind to lash against the windows.
He used a whip to lash the horse into a faster gallop.
Her long lashes framed her eyes beautifully.
The teacher warned him not to lash out in anger during the discussion.

On this page you'll find 262 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lash, such as: KO, abuse, approve, assail, assault, attack, band.

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