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Definition of yip

yip

/jɪp/
yip
Plural:yips
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Adjective:yippy
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Past Simple:yipped
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Past Participle:yipped
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Present Participle:yipping
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yip Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A short, high-pitched cry or bark, especially as made by a small dog or puppy.

Example

"The puppy let out an eager yip when it saw its owner walk through the door."

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• verb

1

To emit a short, sharp, high-pitched cry or bark (especially of a small dog, fox, or coyote).

Example

"In the distance, a pack of coyotes began to yip and howl under the full moon."

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• interjection

1

Used to represent a short, high-pitched bark or to express sudden excitement or surprise.

Example

""Yip!" cried the excited child as he leaped into the swimming pool."

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• Rhymes for yip

• Nearby Words

yinchuan
yingkou
yining
yip
yipe
yipes
yippee

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 20th century, the word is of imitative origin, closely related to 'yap' and 'yelp'.

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