Meaning & Definition of word "Sup"

Sup

/sʌp/

verb:

  • 1. To eat or drink something, often used in a casual context.
    • Example: We're going to sup on some pasta tonight.
  • 2. To take in through the mouth in small sips or spoonfuls, to sip.
    • Example: She suped her tea slowly while watching the sunset.

interjection:

  • 1. A casual greeting or inquiry about how someone is doing.
    • Example: Sup, man? How have you been?
  • 2. An informal way to ask if someone has eaten or is okay.
    • Example: Sup? Have you had lunch yet?

Etymology

Middle English 'suppen', from Old French 'soper', from Latin 'suppare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sup bro:

An informal greeting among friends.

sup with you:

What is happening with you?

what's up:

A common way to ask someone what they're doing or how they are.

Related Words

supper:

An evening meal.

soup:

A liquid dish, typically made by boiling meat, fish, or vegetables with various added ingredients.

Slang Meanings of sup

Meaning: A way to greet a friend nonchalantly.

Example Sentence: Sup, dude? Ready to go?

Meaning: An informal way to ask someone how they are or what they are doing.

Example Sentence: Sup? Just chilling at home.