Kip: meaning, definitions and examples

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kip

 

[ kษชp ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

sleep lightly

To kip means to sleep, especially in a light or short manner. It is often used informally, particularly in British English, to refer to taking a quick nap or resting for a brief time.

Synonyms

doze, nap, sleep, slumber

Examples of usage

  • I decided to kip on the couch for an hour.
  • After a long day, he just wanted to kip in peace.
  • She usually kips in the afternoon before starting her shift.
Context #2 | Noun

a nap

A kip can also refer to a nap or short sleep. It is commonly used in informal settings to describe a brief period of rest.

Synonyms

catnap, nap, rest, snooze

Examples of usage

  • I took a quick kip during my lunch break.
  • He always has a kip after work.
  • A kip can really help recharge your energy.

Translations

Translations of the word "kip" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น kip

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฟเคช

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kip

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kip

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะธะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kip

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ญใƒƒใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท kip

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ kip

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kip

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ‚ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kip

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kip

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ทณ่ทƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kip

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kip

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kip

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ˜แƒžแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kip

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ kip

Etymology

The term 'kip' has its origins in Middle Dutch, related to the word 'kippen' which means 'to keep' or 'to sleep'. It was adopted into English during the 19th century, particularly within British vernacular. The usage of 'kip' in the context of sleep reflects a more informal and colloquial approach to language. Over time, it has become a popular term in British English, often associated with informal settings and casual conversations about rest. Its usage has also spread to other English-speaking regions, although it may not be as commonly recognized outside the UK. The word's evolution from its Dutch roots to its current form illustrates the dynamic nature of language and how words can transform in meaning and usage across different cultures.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,439 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.