sip
/sip/
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Definition
Noun:
- A small drink: A very small amount of liquid taken into the mouth.
- The act of drinking a small amount: The action of taking a small drink.
Verb:
- To drink in small amounts: To drink a liquid slowly by taking very small amounts into the mouth.
Examples
Noun:
- He took a sip of water to cool his throat.
- She enjoyed a quiet sip of coffee every morning.
Verb:
- She likes to sip her tea while reading.
- Please sip the hot soup carefully; it's very hot.
Advanced Usage
- "to sip at something": To drink something slowly and intermittently.
- He was just sipping at his drink, not really thirsty.
Variants and Related Words
- Sippable (adj): Pleasant or suitable for sipping.
- The cocktail was light and sippable.
Synonyms
- Noun: Taste, drop, swallow, mouthful.
- Verb: Nip, taste, drink slowly.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Sip away: To drink slowly over a period of time.
- He sat on the porch, sipping away at his lemonade.
Related Idioms
- Sip and savor: To drink slowly to fully enjoy the taste.
- This fine wine is meant to be sipped and savored.
Verb
- drink in sips
- She was sipping her tea