pépin — meaning in English

English meaning

• glitch noun A small, usually temporary problem or fault, especially in a machine, computer, or software.
• pip noun A small hard seed found in fruits such as apples, oranges, or grapes.
• pit noun A hole or hollow in the ground.
• snag noun An unexpected problem or obstacle.

Senses

pépin is used for these senses in English:

• glitch (countable) A problem affecting function.
• snag (figuratively) A problem or difficulty with something.

glitch — full definition

1. noun A small, usually temporary problem or fault, especially in a machine, computer, or software.
2. verb To malfunction briefly and unexpectedly.

pip — full definition

1. noun A small hard seed found in fruits such as apples, oranges, or grapes.
2. noun A short, high-pitched electronic beep, especially one used to mark time (such as a radio time signal).
3. noun One of the small marks or symbols on a playing card, die, or domino, or a rank badge worn on a military uniform.

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