Meaning & Definition of word "Hep"

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    Hep

    /hɛp/

    noun:

    • 1. a person who is informed or stylish.
      • Example: Everyone at the party was a hep, discussing the newest releases.

    adjective:

    • 1. informed, knowledgeable, or up to date, especially in relation to current trends or ideas.
      • Example: He always seems to be hep to the latest fashion trends.
    • 2. cool or stylish.
      • Example: That new restaurant is so hep, we should definitely check it out.
    • 3. aware of or in tune with the current culture.
      • Example: She’s very hep about the music scene in the city.

    Etymology

    Circa 1940s, possibly from the phrase 'hep cat', used in jazz culture.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hep cat:

    A person who is very fashionable or stylish.

    stay hep:

    To keep up with trends or remain knowledgeable.

    Related Words

    hip:

    Fashionably up-to-date or trendy.

    informed:

    Having or showing knowledge of a particular subject or situation.

    Slang Meanings of hep

    Meaning: Cool; stylish.

    Example Sentence: That vintage jacket is so hep!

    Meaning: Knowledgeable about culture or trends.

    Example Sentence: He thinks he's hep because he listens to indie music.