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lippy

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Adj — Cheeky, mouthy, or prone to talking back rudely.

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How to use lippy

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a lippy kid red lippy

Informal, mainly British and Australian usage.

Etymology

From lip plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lippy” mean?

The word “lippy” means cheeky, mouthy, or prone to talking back rudely. In plain terms, cheeky and talking back — or, informally, lipstick.

How do you pronounce “lippy”?

“Lippy” is pronounced LIH-pee (/ˈlɪpi/ in IPA).

How do you use “lippy” in a sentence?

Here is “lippy” used in a sentence: “The teacher had no patience for lippy teenagers.”

What part of speech is “lippy”?

Depending on how it is used, “lippy” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “lippy” have?

“Lippy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: cheeky, mouthy, or prone to talking back rudely.

Related words

stiff-upper-lippy

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