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Meaning of the word sip in English

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sip

US /sɪp/
UK /sɪp/
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Verb

1.

drink (something) by taking small mouthfuls

Example:
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She slowly sipped her tea.
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He sipped his coffee while reading the newspaper.
Synonym:
drinktastesamplesup

Noun

1.

a small mouthful of liquid

Example:
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She took a small sip of water.
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He offered me a sip of his drink.
Synonym:
mouthfuldroptasteswallow
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