A small child.
Nipper
Example Sentences
"The little nipper's growing fast."
"Take the nippers to the park."
Etymology & History
British small child. British child terminology affectionate. Working-class British kid reference. 'Little nipper' British toddler. Reflects British child vocabulary informality.
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
Slang
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