nip
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/nɪp/
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/nɪp/
to quickly bite or pinch someone, causing a small amount of pain
The puppy nipped my hand gently.
子犬が私の手をそっとかじった。
to cause harm or damage to something, especially by being very cold
The frost nipped the young plants.
霜が若木に傷をつけた。
to go somewhere quickly, especially for a short time
I just nipped to the shop to get some milk.
私はたった今、ミルクを買うために店に行ってきました。
a small bite or pinch that causes a small amount of pain
The dog gave her a nip on the leg.
犬が彼女の足をかじった。
a feeling of coldness, especially in the air
There's a nip in the air this morning.
今朝の空気にはかじかむような冷え方があります。
a small amount of strong alcohol, often whiskey
I'd like a nip of whiskey before bed.
ベッドに入る前にウィスキーを少し飲みたいと思います。