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Definition of cheep

cheep

/tʃiːp/
cheep
Plural:cheeps
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Past Simple:cheeped
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Past Participle:cheeped
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Present Participle:cheeping
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cheep Lexical Profile

cheep Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A short, shrill, high-pitched cry or squeak, especially one made by a young bird.

Example

"The newly hatched chicks let out a soft cheep from inside the incubator."

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• verb

1

To make a high-pitched, shrill cry or squeak (especially of a young bird).

Example

"Tiny sparrows began to cheep loudly in the nest as their mother returned with food."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'cheep' (the high-pitched sound of a young bird) with its homophone 'cheap' (inexpensive or low in quality).

• Rhymes for cheep

• Nearby Words

cheekiness
cheekpouch
cheeky
cheep
cheer
cheerful
cheerfully

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the 16th century, 'cheep' is of imitative origin, formed to mimic the shrill, feeble sound made by young birds.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cheep. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cheep
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