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sip

verb [I or T]
 
 
/sɪp/ (-pp-)

Definition

C1 to drink, taking only a very small amount at a time: This tea is very hot, so sip it carefully. She slowly sipped (at) her wine.Drinking sip
 
 
noun [C]
Drinking
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