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.