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KWIP/kwɪp/

A quip is a witty or sarcastic remark (also a verb): a quip in the lobby, quip about the n. Joke (already in the dictionary) is everyday; wit is not an ethics minute.

Meaning

A witty or sarcastic remark (also verb; from joke, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A quip in the lobby is not an ethics minute.”
• “Joke is already in this course. Witty is already in this course. Banter is talk. A signature line is a file. Keep the signature; then keep the quip if the embargo still holds.”

Good to know

A witty remark. Everyday: joke (already in the dictionary). Banter ≠ an ethics minute.

Near in meaning

witticism, jest, gibe

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