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

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!