Whim

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɪm

Apocopal derivation of "whim-wham."

Full definition of whim

Noun

1. A fanciful impulse, or whimsical idea
• ChurchillLet every man enjoy his whim.
2. (mining) A large capstan or vertical drum turned by horse power or steam power, for raising ore or water, etc., from mines, or for other purposes

Synonyms

• (fancy) lark, especially in phrase on a whim

Derived terms

• on a whim
• whim gin
• whim shaft
• whimsical

Compare whimbrel.

Noun

1. A bird, the European widgeon.