nippy
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/nˈɪpi/

Definition & Meaning of "nippy"in English

01

(of weather) having a sharp, cold quality

nippy definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
nippiest
Comparative
nippier
gradable
Examples
The morning air was nippy, signaling the arrival of fall.
Examples
The cheese had a nippy taste that lingered on the tongue.
03

having the ability to move fast

Examples
The nippy fox dashed through the forest to avoid capture.
04

(of an animal) having a tendency to bite

Examples
The nippy dog barked and nipped at my heels as I passed by.
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