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hyp Meaning & Definition

/ˈhɪp/

What Does Hyp Mean?

As a noun, hyp means Hypochondria. It can also mean Hypnotism. As a verb, it means To make melancholy.

Quick Facts About Hyp

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ˈhɪp/
Pluralhyps
Verb formshyps, hypping, hypped

Hyp Definition (Noun)

  1. Hypochondria.
  2. Hypnotism.

    A hyp act is scheduled after the acrobats.

  3. A hypnotist.

    The hyp is booked through the end of the month.

  4. A hypotenuse.
  5. Alternative form of hype (“hypodermic [needle]”).

Hyp as a Verb

  1. To make melancholy.

Noun

  1. (entertainment) hypnotism

    A hyp act is scheduled after the acrobats.

  2. (entertainment) hypnotist

    The hyp is booked through the end of the month.

  3. Hypotenuse

Synonyms of Hyp

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Hyp synonyms and antonyms →

Hyp in a Sentence

A hyp act is scheduled after the acrobats.

The hyp is booked through the end of the month.

Word Forms & Grammar

hyp (countable and uncountable, plural hyps)

hyp (third-person singular simple present hyps, present participle hypping, simple past and past participle hypped)

Frequently Asked Questions About Hyp

Is hyp a noun or a verb?

Hyp is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is the plural of hyp?

The plural of hyp is hyps.

What is the past tense of hyp?

The past tense of hyp is hypped. The present participle is hypping.

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