nipper
14 synonyms for nipper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (informal, British) A young child.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From nip + -er, "one that nips" — originally used for anything that pinches, later extended affectionately to small children.
Full origin of nipper →Frequently asked questions
What does “nipper” mean?
The word “nipper” means (informal, British) A young child. In plain terms, a slang word for a small child, or the pinching claw of a crab or lobster.
How do you pronounce “nipper”?
“Nipper” is pronounced NIH-puh (/ˈnɪpə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “nipper” in a sentence?
Here is “nipper” used in a sentence: “He's been coming to this park since he was a little nipper.”
What part of speech is “nipper”?
“Nipper” is a noun.
How many meanings does “nipper” have?
“Nipper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal, British) A young child.
