fair crack of the whip exclamation 1noun 1forms 1 exclamation1 •(Australia, informal) Let's have an equitable attempt, match, or process. Used as an appeal for reasonableness.“Now, straighten up!” The men shuffled into position. “Come on, sir!” pleaded one of them. “Fair crack of the whip mate”, Nugget said. — 2011 noun1 •(UK, informal) An equitable opportunity to achieve something.We believe it is our duty to help these people, because we don't think they are getting a fair crack of the whip. — 1927 formsfair cracks of the whip