Noun / Verb | Humour / Speech
Encyclopedia of British Slang
QUIP
Noun / Verb | Neutral | Humour / Speech
QUIP Pronunciation: /kw?p/ Part of Speech: Noun / Verb Severity Level: Neutral Category: Humour / Speech
Core Definition
Quip means:
A witty remark
A sharp, brief joke
Linguistic Origins
From Latin via French, entering English in the 16th century.
Widely used in British commentary.
Usage Contexts
Conversation:
He quipped.
Writing:
A clever quip.
It signals verbal sharpness.
Final Assessment
Quip captures compact wit.
Elegantly.
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