lippy

[ lip-ee ]

adjective

, lip·pi·er, lip·pi·est.

1. having large or prominent lips.
2. Slang. impudent; fresh.

lippy

¹

/ ˈlɪpɪ /

adjective

1. insolent or cheeky

lippy

²

/ ˈlɪpɪ /

noun

1. informal.
   lipstick

Other Words From

• lippi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of lippy¹

First recorded in 1870–75; lip + -y ¹

Example Sentences

On reaching the village, Zeppa went straight to his hut with Lippy on his shoulder.

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He then held the glass to the mistress, and she made it a lippy.

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The savage warriors pursued, and several were taken, among them Lippy and her mother, who were promptly despatched to the rear.

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Her name was Lippy, or some sound which that combination of letters produces.

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“Yes, it will be pleasant to have Lippy running out and in again,” said Zeppa.

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Related Words

• cheeky
• cocky
• disrespectful
• glib
• offhand
• playful
• rude