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eep

eep

Eep (intj) means a small exclamation of surprise or embarrassment. Example: “Eep! I didn't see you standing there.”

intj
1
A small exclamation of surprise or embarrassment.
"Eep! I didn't see you standing there."
noun
1
A brief, high-pitched yelp of surprise.
"She let out an eep when the balloon popped."

How to use eep

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA tiny startled squeak, often used online or in comics to show sudden embarrassment or fright.

Word forms

eeped past tense, eeped past tense, ept past tense, eeps plural, eeps plural, eeps singular, eeps singular

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Etymology

An imitative word, invented to sound like the noise it describes.

Rhymes for eep

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eep” mean?

The word “eep” means a small exclamation of surprise or embarrassment. In plain terms, a tiny startled squeak, often used online or in comics to show sudden embarrassment or fright.

How do you pronounce “eep”?

“Eep” is pronounced eep (/ip/ in IPA).

How do you use “eep” in a sentence?

Here is “eep” used in a sentence: “Eep! I didn't see you standing there.”

What part of speech is “eep”?

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

How many meanings does “eep” have?

“Eep” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small exclamation of surprise or embarrassment.

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