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flipping

v. · adj. · n.
US //ˈfɫɪpɪŋ// UK //flˈɪpɪŋ// flip·ping
  1. 1 turning over (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    turning something over quickly or moving through something like pages.

    the present participle of 'flip', denoting the action of overturning or flicking through a medium.

    Example

    He was flipping through the magazine while waiting for his appointment.

    Example

    The chef was flipping pancakes with practiced ease, ensuring each side achieved a perfect golden brown before serving.
  2. 2 mild intensifier (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate British English Informal Humorous

    a word used to show you are annoyed, surprised, or to make a point stronger without being too rude.

    a euphemistic intensifier used as a minced oath for 'fucking' to express frustration or emphasis.

    Example

    I can't find my flipping keys anywhere in this house.

    Example

    It is a flipping miracle that we managed to catch the train despite the heavy traffic on the way to the station.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun or adjective it modifies.
  3. 3 reselling for profit (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical

    the business of buying something, like a house or a car, fixing it, and selling it quickly for more money.

    the practice of purchasing an asset and reselling it shortly thereafter for a profit, often after making improvements.

    Example

    House flipping has become a popular way for people to make money in this city.

    Example

    The rapid flipping of properties in the downtown area has contributed significantly to the rise in local real estate prices.

    Usage

    Commonly used in the context of real estate or limited-edition goods.

Last updated June 20, 2026