Meaning of the word tripping in English

What does tripping mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tripping

US /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/
UK /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/

Verb

1.

catch one's foot on something and stumble or fall

Example:
He was tripping over his own feet.
Be careful not to go tripping down the stairs.
2.

go on a journey or excursion

Example:
We're tripping to the mountains next weekend.
They spent the summer tripping around Europe.
3.

(of a light or meter) activate or be activated by a fault or by remote control

Example:
The circuit breaker kept tripping.
The alarm was tripping every few minutes.

Adjective

experiencing the hallucinatory effects of a psychedelic drug

Example:
He was tripping on acid at the concert.
She looked like she was completely tripping.