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10+ Synonyms for Nipping & Similar Words

Definition of nipping

adjective
  1. capable of wounding; "a barbed compliment"; "a biting aphorism"; "pungent satire"
  2. pleasantly cold and invigorating; "crisp clear nights and frosty mornings"; "a nipping wind"; "a nippy fall day"; "snappy weather"

10 synonyms found

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Frequently asked questions

What are synonyms for nipping?
Synonyms for nipping include: barbed, biting, cold, crisp, frosty, nippy, pungent, sarcastic, snappy, parky.
How many synonyms does nipping have?
Nipping has 10 synonyms.

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