Meaning & Definition of word "Hip"

Hip

/hɪp/

1. The joint that connects the leg to the trunk of the body.
- Example: He felt a sharp pain in his hip after the long run.
2. The area of the body around the hip joint.
- Example: She fell and bruised her hip while playing soccer.

1. Fashionable and trendy; in the know about what is currently popular.
- Example: She always wears the hip clothes that everyone is talking about.
2. Cool or stylish, especially in a way that is appealing to young people.
- Example: The restaurant has a hip vibe that attracts a young crowd.
3. Informed about the latest trends; knowledgeable about contemporary culture.
- Example: He's very hip when it comes to music and knows all the up-and-coming artists.

The term is believed to derive from the late 19th century and possibly relates to the word 'hipped', meaning to be informed or aware.

hip to:

Aware or knowledgeable about something.

stay hip:

To remain trendy or fashionable.

trendy:

Being very fashionable or up to date.

cool:

Popular or fashionable.

style:

A particular procedure by which something is done.

Meaning: Used to describe someone who is socially aware and up-to-date with trends.

Example Sentence: He's so hip; he always knows what the hottest new movies are.

Meaning: A term for being in touch with contemporary culture.

Example Sentence: That restaurant is hip, everyone is talking about it.