sipped; sipping; sips
: to take a sip of something especially repeatedly
And, sipping on the beer, he remembered romantic days of yore …—
John Nichols
John NicholsI boil some tea with the salty hut water and sit outside sipping away for a while watching a blanket of stars unfold …—Clarissa Hirst
Clarissa Hirst1
: to drink (something) in small quantities
On crowded, bustling Broadway there is a spot where one may sip espresso …—The New York Times
The New York TimesNorthern bats are more likely to eat insects than to sip nectar …—Ann Lovejoy
Ann Lovejoy2
: to take sips from (something)
… sip complimentary glasses of Champagne.—Harvey Steiman
Harvey Steiman
sipper
noun
plural sips
1
: a small amount of liquid taken into the mouth with the lips
Jimmy wriggled himself into a more comfortable position, and took a sip from his glass.—P. G. Wodehouse
P. G. WodehouseIt's enormously complex, revealing new facets with every sip.—Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Wine Enthusiast Magazine2
: the act of sipping
Jews traditionally begin their weekly Sabbath meal with a sip of wine and a Hebrew prayer …—Jeff Morgan
Jeff MorganExamples of sip in a Sentence
Verb
She sipped her coffee while she watched the sun rise.
He sipped on the bottle of water.
Noun
there are a few sips left in the glass
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
At Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, visitors can learn the history of Kentucky Shakers from the 1700s to 1900s while sipping on a warm hot chocolate.
—Stephanie Stremplewski, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Dec. 2025
Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
Transform your favorite sip into an eye-catching holiday treat with these creative concoctions.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
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Verb
To feel like royalty, consider booking the Patio King Suite, featuring an expansive walkout terrace perfect for sipping your morning coffee.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
At Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, visitors can learn the history of Kentucky Shakers from the 1700s to 1900s while sipping on a warm hot chocolate.
—Stephanie Stremplewski, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Dec. 2025
Noun
Enjoy an authentic menu, curated by Executive Chef, Shawn Broadway, featuring soulful dishes and spirited sips.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 16 Dec. 2025
Transform your favorite sip into an eye-catching holiday treat with these creative concoctions.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
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“Sip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sip. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.
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