Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gip

verb
/dʒɪp/
Definition
To take advantage of someone or to cheat them; to swindle.
Examples
  • He tried to gip me out of my hard-earned money with a bogus investment scheme.
  • Don’t get gip by opportunists; always verify the credentials of those you trust.
Meaning
The term ‘gip’ refers to the act of deceiving or tricking someone, particularly in financial contexts, where one person unfairly benefits at the expense of another.
Synonyms
  • cheat
  • swindle
  • defraud
  • dupe
  • trick