: having a lip or lips especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
tight-lipped

Examples of lipped in a Sentence

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Unlike lavender, the four lobed upper lips and narrow lower lipped flowers open randomly and sporadically from early July into October. New York Times Games, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024 Each shelf conveniently comes with a lipped edge to help keep valuable photographs, mementos, vases, and more in place. Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025 For now, Galliano is tight lipped on his next move. Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024 Each piece features a post-modern lipped rim design that adds a touch of contemporary flair to your dining experience. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 28 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for lipped

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lipped was in the 14th century

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“Lipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lipped. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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lipped

adjective
: having a lip or lips especially of a certain kind or number
often used in combination
tight-lipped

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