whipperin

Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia

1. n. In hunting, one who keeps the hounds from wandering, and whips them in, if necessary, to the line of chase.
2. n. In the game of hare and hounds, one who leads the hounds, sets the pace, etc.
3. n. Hence, in British Parliament, same as whip, 3 .
4. n. In racing slang, a horse that finishes last, or near the last, in a race.

GNU Webster's 1913

1. n. A huntsman who keeps the hounds from wandering, and whips them in, if necessary, to the of chase.
2. n. Hence, one who enforces the discipline of a party, and urges the attendance and support of the members on all necessary occasions.

WordNet 3.0

1. n. huntsman's assistant in managing the hounds