Word: NIP
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Definition of NIP
- A small quantity of something edible or a potable liquor.
"He had a nip of whiskey."
- A nipple, usually of a woman.
"Did you manage to sneak a peek at her nips, bro?"
- A playful bite.
"The puppy gave his owner’s finger a nip."
- A pinch with the nails or teeth.
- Briskly cold weather.
"There is a nip in the air. It is nippy outside."
- To catch and enclose or compress tightly between two surfaces, or points which are brought together or closed; to pinch; to close in upon.
- To remove by pinching, biting, or cutting with two meeting edges of anything; to clip.
- To blast, as by frost; to check the growth or vigor of; to destroy.
- To make a quick, short journey or errand, usually a round trip.
"Why don’t you nip down to the grocer’s for some milk?"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
📜 Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
🗣️ Example Sentences
- • "Understanding the exact meaning of "nip" can significantly improve your writing style."
- • "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "nip" in early literature."
💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | ✓ Valid | 7 pts |
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