Yip
noun
A short, sharp bark or cry made by a small dog.
The puppy let out a joyful yip when it saw its owner.
Often appears as...
- sharp bark
- sudden yip
Usage tips
Neutral
General
verb
To make a short, sharp sound like a yip.
The dog yipped when it was surprised by a sudden movement.
Often appears as...
- yip in excitement
- often yips
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A short, sharp bark or cry made by a small dog.
The puppy let out a joyful yip when it saw its owner.
Often appears as...
- sharp bark
- sudden yip
Usage tips
Neutral
General
verb
To make a short, sharp sound like a yip.
The dog yipped when it was surprised by a sudden movement.
Often appears as...
- yip in excitement
- often yips
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Expression
The term connotes excitement or surprise.
In a playful manner, one might say 'yippee!' when happy.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Often used in informal or casual conversations.
You would hear 'yip' more in friendly settings than formal ones.
Pro Tip 3/3Animal Behavior
Commonly associated with dogs and their reactions.
You may notice this when dogs are playing or excited.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Expression
The term connotes excitement or surprise.
In a playful manner, one might say 'yippee!' when happy.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Often used in informal or casual conversations.
You would hear 'yip' more in friendly settings than formal ones.
Pro Tip 3/3Animal Behavior
Commonly associated with dogs and their reactions.
You may notice this when dogs are playing or excited.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Expression
The term connotes excitement or surprise.
In a playful manner, one might say 'yippee!' when happy.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Often used in informal or casual conversations.
You would hear 'yip' more in friendly settings than formal ones.
Pro Tip 3/3Animal Behavior
Commonly associated with dogs and their reactions.
You may notice this when dogs are playing or excited.
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