Definition of Quip
Quip
quip
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(noun)
a clever and funny observation, remark, or response, often taunting/mocking in nature and usually delivered spontaneously;
e.g. The president made a quip about his predecessor.
(noun)
something that is odd or eccentric, especially in an amusing way;
e.g. His favorite quip of this location is the eccentric people he sees.
(noun)
an instance of being evasive and unclear in phrasing or wording (during spoken communication);
e.g. The quip of his statement allowed him to get away with his immoral deed.
(verb)
to make jokes or witty remarks at/about something or someone, often taunting in nature;
e.g. Each evening, they met to quip about the day's events.
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