Jeep

Pronunciation

• enPR: jÄ“p, IPA: /dÊ’iːp/
• Rhymes: -iːp

Origin

Probably an alteration of G.P., standing for "general purpose" (the manufacturer's designation for the vehicle).

Noun

1. A small, blocky, military-style vehicle with four-wheel drive, suited to rough terrain
2. (Ireland) genericized trademark for a sport utility vehicle

Derived terms

• jeepable
• jeeplike
• jeepney
• minijeep