Meaning & Definition of word "Kip"

Kip

/kɪp/

noun:

  • 1. a short sleep or nap.
    • Example: I managed to catch a quick kip during my lunch break.
  • 2. a place to sleep; a bed.
    • Example: We're looking for a safe kip for the night during our camping trip.

verb:

  • 1. to sleep, especially for a short time or a nap.
    • Example: After a long day at work, I like to kip on the couch for a bit.
  • 2. to take a nap.
    • Example: She decided to kip for a few minutes before the meeting.

slang:

  • 1. a term for something that is easy or straightforward.
    • Example: That math problem was a kip; I solved it in seconds!

Etymology

Origin unknown, possibly from the Dutch 'kippen' meaning 'to sleep'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

kip out:

To go to sleep or take a nap.

kipper:

A slang term for someone who sleeps a lot.

Related Words

snooze:

To sleep lightly or to delay waking up.

slumber:

A deep sleep.

doze:

To sleep lightly, especially during the day.

Slang Meanings of kip

Meaning: A cheap or low-quality item.

Example Sentence: That's just a kip.

Meaning: To steal.

Example Sentence: He kipped my sandwich from the fridge.