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tripping

|trip/ping|

/ˈtrɪpɪŋ/

(trip)

movement or journey

Base Form	Plural	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
trip	trips	trippers	trips	tripped	tripped	tripping

Etymology

Etymology Information

'tripping' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'trippen,' where 'trip' meant 'to step lightly.'

Historical Evolution

'trippen' transformed into the modern English word 'trip,' and eventually became 'tripping' as the present participle form.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to step lightly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'stumbling or acting lively.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'trip'.

She was tripping over her own feet.

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Adjective 1

acting in a lively or excited manner.

He was tripping with excitement after hearing the news.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45