nip#2 (v)

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type v
lex_filenum 35
def give a small sharp bite to
examples The Queen's corgis always nip at her staff's ankles
Frame - 11 Something ----s something
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Hypernym bite, seize with teeth
Derivationally related form nip → nip
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Derivationally related form nip → nip
Hyponym bite, seize with teeth

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