quip

Meanings

• Noun

  A quick, witty remark.

  - "He is known for his quick quips during interviews."
  - "She made a quip about the weather before the speech."

• Noun

  A light, humorous story or anecdote.

  - "Can you tell me a quip about cats?"
  - "He shared a quip from his childhood that everyone found hilarious."

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Pronunciation

1. /kwɪp/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with quip
drip , flip , grip , hip , rip , slip

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Variants

List of all variants of quip that leads to same result
quip , quippy , quips , quipped , quipper , quippers , quipping

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Middle English quippe, probably imitative of the sound of a quick, light remark.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'quip' is related to the word 'quipu', which is a device used by the Incas to record information.

2. Quips can be used to defuse tense situations and lighten the mood.

3. Quips are often used in stand-up comedy and improvisational theater.

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Related Concepts

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1. Wit: Quips are a form of wit, which is the ability to make clever and amusing remarks.

2. Joke: Quips are a type of joke, but they are typically shorter and more concise than traditional jokes.

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Culture

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Quips have been used in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression to add humor and lighten the mood. They can be found in the works of Shakespeare, Mark Twain, and many other famous authors.

How to Memorize "quip"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a light bulb turning on above someone's head as they make a quick, witty remark.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'quip' with the sound of a quick, light remark or a humorous anecdote.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym Q-U-I-P to remember that it stands for 'Quick, Unique, Interesting, and Playful' remarks.

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