Three-line-whip Definition

noun

(UK) A directive from an MP's superiors to vote in a particular way in parliament, despite what the politician might believe or what his or her constituents might like.

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(by extension, humourous) An imperative order.

I have to go shopping with the wife, I'm afraid. She's given me a three-line whip.
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Noun

Singular:
three-line-whip
Plural:
three-line-whips

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