veep
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of veep
An Americanism dating back to 1945–50; from V.P.
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Anyway, congrats to the veep on his book, for which he is on a publicity tour while also negotiating the end of a war.
From Slate ● Jun. 19, 2026
Even from his newfound perch on Pennsylvania Avenue, the veep logs on to X to vent.
From Slate ● Mar. 5, 2025
“I obviously disagree with some of Elez’s posts, but I don’t think stupid social media activity should ruin a kid’s life. We shouldn’t reward journalists who try to destroy people,” the veep wrote.
From Salon ● Feb. 7, 2025
He had pledged to name a female veep and was under heavy pressure to choose a woman of color.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 10, 2024
"You alvays vos so funny, Ephie, dot you caused me puckets uf tears to veep."
From Frank Merriwell's Son A Chip Off the Old Block by Burt L. Standish
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