adj

Flippin

Flippin (adj) means an informal, mild substitute for a stronger swear word, used for emphasis. Example: “That was a flippin' brilliant idea.”

adj

An informal, mild substitute for a stronger swear word, used for emphasis.

"That was a flippin' brilliant idea."

"Watch where you're going, you flippin' idiot!"

How to use Flippin

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA softened, family-friendly way of swearing for emphasis, similar to "flaming" or "freaking".

When to use it

Informal and mainly British/Commonwealth speech; not used in formal writing.

Word forms

Flippins plural

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Rhymes for Flippin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Flippin” mean?

The word “Flippin” means an informal, mild substitute for a stronger swear word, used for emphasis. In plain terms, a softened, family-friendly way of swearing for emphasis, similar to "flaming" or "freaking".

How do you use “Flippin” in a sentence?

Here is “Flippin” used in a sentence: “That was a flippin' brilliant idea.”

What part of speech is “Flippin”?

“Flippin” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of Flippin?

"Flippin" (adj) means an informal, mild substitute for a stronger swear word, used for emphasis.