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nippers

The correct spelling is nippers.

How to pronounce nippers

noun

Say it like: Nip-per-s

The correct spelling is nippers. One who, or that which, nips.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.One who, or that which, nips.
  2. 2.(usually in the plural) Any of various devices (as pincers) for nipping.
  3. 3.A child.
  4. 4.A child aged from 5 to 13 in the Australian surf life-saving clubs.
  5. 5.A boy working as a navvies' assistant.

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