pip
3 synonyms for pip, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small hard seed found in fruits such as apples, oranges, or grapes.
Synonyms
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Rare, literary or technical
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blip
radar target
How to use pip
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
apple pip
the pips on the radio
squeeze until the pips squeak
Etymology
From Middle English pippe, tracing back to Latin pituita ("phlegm, mucus"), an unusual detour before it settled on "seed."
Full origin of pip →Frequently asked questions
What does “pip” mean?
The word “pip” means a small hard seed found in fruits such as apples, oranges, or grapes. In plain terms, a small fruit seed, a short electronic beep, or one of the dot-markings on dice, cards, or a military uniform.
How do you pronounce “pip”?
“Pip” is pronounced pihp (/pɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “pip” in a sentence?
Here is “pip” used in a sentence: “She spat out the pips as she ate the orange.”
What part of speech is “pip”?
“Pip” is a noun.
Where does the word “pip” come from?
The word “pip” comes from Latin. From Middle English pippe, tracing back to Latin pituita ("phlegm, mucus"), an unusual detour before it settled on "seed.".
Is “pip” a common word?
“Pip” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “pip” have?
“Pip” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small hard seed found in fruits such as apples, oranges, or grapes.
Related words
pip at the post
pip to the post
