ˈnɪp

Definitions

1. verb

to bite or nip something lightly

“She nipped at the dog’s ear to get its attention.”

2. noun

a small, usually sharp, biting or cutting wound

“The child got a nip from the dog.”

3. verb

to catch or seize suddenly

“The police nipped the crime in the bud.”

4. verb

to reduce or lower something in amount or degree

“The price will nip at the edge of affordability.”

5. noun

a cold wind or a sharp, biting frost

“The nip in the air made it feel winter-like.”

6. verb

to seize or capture suddenly, often in a clever or unexpected way

“The detective nipped at the suspect’s alibi.”