flip
flip Lexical Profile
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• verb
To turn over, or cause something to turn over, with a sudden quick movement.
"He used a wide spatula to flip the pancakes on the hot griddle."
To propel or toss something lightly and quickly into the air so that it spins.
"The referee offered to flip a coin to settle the dispute fairly."
To purchase an asset, especially real estate, renovate it quickly, and resell it shortly afterward for a profit.
"The contractors bought the rundown bungalow intending to flip it within six months."
To suddenly lose self-control or react with extreme anger, shock, or excitement (informal).
"My parents will completely flip when they hear that I won the scholarship."
• noun
A sudden, quick movement that turns something over or sends it spinning through the air, such as the toss of a coin.
"They decided which team would kick off first with the flip of a coin."
An acrobatic jump in which a person turns completely over in midair without their hands touching the ground.
"The gymnast completed a flawless backward flip on the balance beam."
A mixed drink typically made with fortified wine or spirits, beaten egg, sugar, and a dusting of nutmeg.
"The bartender prepared a traditional port flip topped with grated nutmeg."
• adjective
Not showing appropriate seriousness or respect; flippant or glib.
"The spokesperson apologized for making a flip remark about a serious public health issue."
• Rhymes for flip
Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the early 16th century, probably of imitative origin representing a quick, sharp motion, and possibly influenced by older words such as 'fillip' and 'flap'.