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lippy Definition


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lip
noun
    1. Either of the two fleshy parts which form the edge of the mouth.
    2. The edge or rim of something, especially a container for liquid.
      Thesaurus: edge, border, rim, verge, margin.
    3. Part of the edge of such a rim that has been extended to form a small spout.
      Example: the lip of the milk jug
    4. slang
      Cheek.
      Thesaurus: insolence, cheek, impudence, impertinence, effrontery, rudeness, sauciness; sass (US slang), backchat (slang), back talk (US slang).
Derivative: lippy
adj
    Cheeky.
Idiom: to give someone lip
    To talk in a cheeky way.
Idiom: keep a stiff upper lip
    To show no emotion or worry when faced with difficulties.
Etymology: Anglo-Saxon as lippa.



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