tripping
Pronunciation
/ˈtɹɪpɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "tripping"in English

tripping
01

moving easily and quickly; nimble

Grammatical Information
Composition
present participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most tripping
Comparative
more tripping
gradable
02

characterized by a buoyant rhythm

03

experiencing hallucinations or altered perception from psychedelics such as LSD, mushrooms, or similar drugs

Slang

What does "tripping" mean in drug slang?

The term "tripping" means experiencing hallucinations or strong alterations in perception, mood, and thought due to psychedelic drugs such as LSD, psilocybin mushrooms, or similar substances. The structure is informal slang where "trip" refers to the altered mental "journey" produced by these drugs. It is commonly used in drug-related contexts to describe the active effects of psychedelics.

Examples
She was tripping hard after taking those tabs.
Tripping
01

(hockey) the act of using one's stick or body to cause an opponent to fall or stumble

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable

What is "tripping"?

Tripping is a penalty in hockey that occurs when a player uses their stick, body, or skates to cause an opponent to fall by hooking or knocking their feet out from under them. This action is dangerous because it can lead to injury, especially if the player falls awkwardly. Tripping is penalized because it interferes with fair play, and the player who commits the penalty is sent to the penalty box for a two-minute minor penalty. The penalty can also be more severe if the tripping is particularly dangerous or intentional.

Examples
Tripping is against the rules in hockey.
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