Yip

Pronunciation: /ˈjɪp/

Yip (verb)

  1. To make a short, sharp sound like a small dog, often in excitement or fear.
  2. To make a quick, high sound with the voice, showing excitement, fear, or surprise.

Examples

  • The puppy yips when it hears footsteps.
  • Footsteps make the puppy yip softly.

Yip (noun)

  1. A short, sharp sound made by a small dog, often when it is excited or scared.

Examples

  • I heard a yip outside the window.
  • Outside the window, a yip sounded quickly.