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kip
What does kip mean?
Sleep in general, often in 'getting some kip.'
"I barely got any kip with the baby crying."
Origin
From a Danish or Dutch word for a cheap lodging house or brothel, which gave 'kip' the sense of a bed and then sleep itself. In use in British slang since the 18th–19th century.
Frequently asked questions
What does kip mean in British slang?
It means a nap or sleep — 'having a kip' is taking a snooze, often a short one.
Can kip mean to stay overnight?
Yes — 'kip at yours' or 'kip on the sofa' means crashing somewhere to sleep, usually informally.
Is kip the same as a nap?
Pretty much, though kip can also mean sleep in general, as in 'I need some kip.'
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