Definition of Nippy
Nippy
nip·py


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
slightly chilly or cold;

e.g. The weather is pleasant in the afternoon, but it is a bit nippy in the mornings and evenings.

(adjective)
tending to bite or nip;

e.g. The puppy was a bit nippy before it was trained.

(adjective)
having a strong or intense taste;

e.g. The meal was served with a nippy sauce.

(adjective)
(British) quick, snappy, brisk, and nimble in manner of movement;

e.g. The badminton players were nippy and about to move around the court very quickly.



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