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NIPPING

(adj.sat, verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Nipping.

Nipping - as an adjective satellite

Capable of wounding

Example: "A barbed compliment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
barbedbitingmordaciouspungent

Pleasantly cold and invigorating

Example: "Crisp clear nights and frosty mornings"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
crispfrostynippysnappy

Nipping - as a verb

To catch and enclose or compress tightly between two surfaces, or points which are brought together or closed; to pinch; to close in upon.

To remove by pinching, biting, or cutting with two meeting edges of anything; to clip.

To blast, as by frost; to check the growth or vigor of; to destroy.

To annoy, as by nipping.

To taunt.

To squeeze or pinch.

To steal; especially to cut a purse.

To make a quick, short journey or errand, usually a round trip.

Example: "Why don’t you nip down to the grocer’s for some milk?"

Nipping - as a noun

The act or sensation of giving a nip.

Example Sentences

"The nipping cold made us wrap ourselves in thick coats."
"She wore nipping shoes that gave her blisters."
"The nipping wind made my ears ache."
"He took a sip of the nipping hot coffee."
"The dog's nipping behavior was getting out of control."
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Word Game Points

Is NIPPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nipping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NIPPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is NIPPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nipping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NIPPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is NIPPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nipping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NIPPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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