flipping Definition

flip
verb flipped, flipping

1. To toss (eg a coin) so that it turns over in mid-air.

Thesaurus: throw, pitch, cast, jerk, spin, twirl, twist, flick, toss, turn.
intr
2. colloq
To become suddenly wild with anger; to suddenly go crazy or lose one's temper.
Form: flip one's lid (also)

noun

1. A flipping action.
2. A somersault, especially performed in mid-air.
3. An alcoholic drink made with beaten egg.
4. colloq
A short air trip.

adj

1. colloq
Flippant; over-smart.

Etymology: 17c: probably imitating the sound.

Phrasal Verb: flip something over

To toss or turn it with a light flick.

Phrasal Verb: flip through something

To look quickly through it (eg a magazine or book).

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flipping
adj, adverb

1. colloq
Used to express annoyance
Example: that flipping cat!
Example: He's flipping done it again!

Etymology: Early 20c: used as a euphemism for fucking.