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Nipping Meaning in English

word · lemma: nip

ˈnɪpɪŋ
NIP-ing
nˈɪpɪŋ
NIP-ing

释义

'Nipping' means giving a quick, light bite or pinch; it can also describe cold weather that feels sharp or stings.

用法与细微差别

Usually used informally. Collocates with animals ('the dog is nipping'), people, or weather ('nipping cold'). Often implies something quick and not very painful. In weather, indicates sharp, chilly air. Not the same as 'biting' (stronger, more painful).

例句

The puppy kept nipping at my fingers.

basic

The cold wind was nipping at our faces.

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Stop nipping your sister!

basic

It’s nipping outside—better grab your jacket!

natural

He laughed as the kitten started nipping at his toes.

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Every time I reach for food, my parrot tries nipping me.

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