Something that’s an irritating pain.
Gyp
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Gyp, that is."
"I've never seen such a Gyp in all my life."
Etymology & History
British college servant (Cambridge) or pain. 'Giving me gyp!' means causing pain. British university and pain terminology.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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