What Does Nipper Mean Slang?

nippers, Older Slang. handcuffs. Informal. a small boy. Chiefly British.

Where does the term Nipper come from?

What Is the Origin of the Saying "Nipper"? The term nipper is given as an affectionate nickname to a small boy. Nipper, in sailing terms, refers to members of a crew, usually the small boys that nipped the small lines to the ship's anchor to make it easier to handle.

What does taking a nip mean?

A nip is a small amount of a strong alcoholic drink. She had a habit of taking an occasional nip from a flask of cognac. Synonyms: dram, shot [informal], drop, taste More Synonyms of nip.

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