To go off and do something quickly.
Nip
Example Sentences
"Don't Nip about like that!"
"He's always trying to Nip when he shouldn't."
Etymology & History
British informal verb meaning to go quickly, dart. 'Nip to the shops' means make quick trip. From 'nip' (pinch, small quick action). Used since 19th century. More casual than 'go' or 'run to'. Suggests brief, purposeful movement.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Victorian
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Very Informal
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