NIPPED Synonyms
There are 25 hypernyms of the word nipped. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for NIPPED
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bit | adverb, nounadv, n | |||||||
noun • a small piece or quantity of something • a small fragment of something broken off from the whole • an indefinitely short time • an instance of some kind • piece of metal held in horse's mouth by reins and used to control the horse while riding • a unit of measurement of information (from binary + digit); the amount of information in a system having two equiprobable states • a small amount of solid food; a mouthful • a small fragment • a short performance that is part of a longer program • the part of a key that enters a lock and lifts the tumblers • the cutting part of a drill; usually pointed and threaded and is replaceable in a brace or bitstock or drill press | ||||||||
clipped | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
adjective satellite • cut or trimmed by clipping • (of speech) having quick short sounds | ||||||||
pinched | verbv | |||||||
adjective satellite • sounding as if the nose were pinched • very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold • not having enough money to pay for necessities • as if squeezed uncomfortably tight | ||||||||
punctured | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
adjective satellite • having a hole cut through | ||||||||
snapped | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of catching an object with the hands • a spell of cold weather • tender green beans without strings that easily snap into sections • a crisp round cookie flavored with ginger • the noise produced by the rapid movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand • a sudden sharp noise • a sudden breaking • the tendency of a body to return to its original shape after it has been stretched or compressed • an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera • a fastener used on clothing; fastens with a snapping sound • any undertaking that is easy to do • the act of snapping the fingers; movement of a finger from the tip to the base of the thumb on the same hand • (American football) putting the ball in play by passing it (between the legs) to a back verb • utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone • separate or cause to separate abruptly • break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension • move or strike with a noise • close with a snapping motion • make a sharp sound • move with a snapping sound • to grasp hastily or eagerly • put in play with a snap • cause to make a snapping sound • lose control of one's emotions • bring the jaws together • record on photographic film | ||||||||
pinch | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a painful or straitened circumstance • an injury resulting from getting some body part squeezed • a slight but appreciable amount • a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action • a small sharp bite or snip • a squeeze with the fingers • the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal) verb • squeeze tightly between the fingers • make ridges into by pinching together • make off with belongings of others • cut the top off • irritate as if by a nip, pinch, or tear | ||||||||
tang | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tart spicy quality • the imperial dynasty of China from 618 to 907 • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth • a common rockweed used in preparing kelp and as manure • brown algae seaweed with serrated edges • any of various coarse seaweeds • any of various kelps especially of the genus Laminaria | ||||||||
chilliness | nounn | |||||||
noun • the property of being moderately cold • a lack of affection or enthusiasm | ||||||||
clip | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun • an instance or single occasion for some event • any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together • an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress • the act of clipping or snipping • a sharp slanting blow verb • sever or remove by pinching or snipping • run at a moderately swift pace • attach with a clip • cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of • terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent | ||||||||
coolness | nounn | |||||||
noun • calm and unruffled self-assurance • the property of being moderately cold • fearless self-possession in the face of danger • a lack of affection or enthusiasm | ||||||||
flavor | nounn | |||||||
noun • the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth • (physics) the six kinds of quarks verb • lend flavor to | ||||||||
flavour | nounn | |||||||
noun • the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people • (physics) the six kinds of quarks • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • lend flavor to | ||||||||
piquance | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tart spicy quality • the quality of being agreeably stimulating or mentally exciting | ||||||||
piquancy | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tart spicy quality • the quality of being agreeably stimulating or mentally exciting | ||||||||
piquantness | nounn | |||||||
noun • a tart spicy quality • the quality of being agreeably stimulating or mentally exciting | ||||||||
relish | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment • spicy or savory condiment • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | ||||||||
sapidity | nounn | |||||||
noun • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth • a pleasant flavor | ||||||||
savor | verbv | |||||||
noun • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in • have flavor; taste of something • taste appreciatively • give taste to | ||||||||
savour | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth verb • have flavor; taste of something • give taste to • taste appreciatively • derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | ||||||||
shot | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of firing a projectile • a solid missile discharged from a firearm • (sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand • a chance to do something • a person who shoots (usually with respect to their ability to shoot) • a consecutive series of pictures that constitutes a unit of action in a film • the act of putting a liquid into the body by means of a syringe • a small drink of liquor • an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect • an estimate based on little or no information • an informal photograph; usually made with a small hand-held camera • sports equipment consisting of a heavy metal ball used in the shot put • an explosive charge used in blasting • a blow hard enough to cause injury • an attempt to score in a game • informal words for any attempt or effort • the launching of a missile or spacecraft to a specified destination • throwing the basketball toward the hoop adjective satellite • varying in color when seen in different lights or from different angles | ||||||||