Nippy

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ɪpi

Origin

nip + -y

Full definition of nippy

Adjective

1. (informal) Of the weather, rather cold.Gosh, it's a bit nippy today: I'd better wear my gloves.
2. (informal) fast; speedy
• Melanie Allen, Customer Relations Management (page 6)A Rolls Royce will not do if you need an economical, nippy car that is easy to park.