Meaning & Definition of word "Trip"

Trip

/trɪp/

1. A journey or voyage.
- Example: We took a trip to the mountains last summer.
2. An act or instance of tripping.
- Example: He took a trip and fell over the sidewalk.
3. An experience, especially one that is enjoyable or interesting.
- Example: Her trip to Europe changed her perspective on life.

1. To stumble or fall as a result of hitting one's foot against something.
- Example: She tripped over the cat while trying to catch her balance.
2. To cause someone to stumble or fall.
- Example: He tripped his friend as a joke during the game.
3. To activate a device or a system.
- Example: The fire alarm tripped due to the smoke from the kitchen.

Middle English trippen, of unknown origin.

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

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

Meaning: A surreal experience often associated with drug use.

Example Sentence: That concert was such a trip!

Meaning: To be surprised or shocked by something.

Example Sentence: I'm tripping over how good this food is!