Meaning of the word nip in English

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nip

US /nɪp/

UK /nɪp/

a sharp pinch, squeeze, or bite.

Example:

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a strong beak which can deliver a serious nip

Synonym:

bite nibble peck pinch tweak squeeze grip

pinch, squeeze, or bite sharply.

Example:

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the dog nipped him on the leg

Synonym:

bite nibble peck pinch tweak squeeze grip

steal or snatch (something).

Example:

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if I nipped a five-dollar bill I could slip it back the next day

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