Trip

/trɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A journey or voyage.
We took a trip to the mountains last summer.
An act or instance of tripping.
He took a trip and fell over the sidewalk.
An experience, especially one that is enjoyable or interesting.
Her trip to Europe changed her perspective on life.
verb
To stumble or fall as a result of hitting one's foot against something.
She tripped over the cat while trying to catch her balance.
To cause someone to stumble or fall.
He tripped his friend as a joke during the game.
To activate a device or a system.
The fire alarm tripped due to the smoke from the kitchen.

Etymology

Middle English trippen, of unknown origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

go on a trip
to travel for leisure
trip down memory lane
to reminisce about past experiences
trip the light fantastic
to dance lightly and gracefully

Related Words

journey
an act of traveling from one place to another
excursion
a short journey or trip, especially one taken as a leisure activity
stumble
to trip or lose one's balance while walking or running

Slang Meanings

A surreal experience often associated with drug use.
That concert was such a trip!
To be surprised or shocked by something.
I'm tripping over how good this food is!