1
a
: the laterally projecting region of each side of the lower or posterior part of the mammalian trunk formed by the lateral parts of the pelvis and upper part of the femur together with the fleshy parts covering them
b
2
: the external angle formed by the meeting of two sloping sides of a roof that have their wall plates running in different directions
hipper; hippest
1
a
: having or showing awareness of or involvement in the newest developments or styles
b
: very fashionable : trendy
2
: aware or appreciative of something
—used with to
got hip to their plan
hiply
adverb
—used in a cheer
hip hip hooray
Examples of hip in a Sentence
Adjective
He tried to learn about the latest bands so he could impress his hip new college friends.
She knows how to get into all of the hippest clubs and restaurants.
Verb
if you want to get hipped on what goes on behind the scenes at a television network, you should read this book
Noun (3)
kids dyeing their hair in pursuit of hip
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Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The major muscles worked in this exercise are the quads, glutes, hamstrings, hip flexors (muscles at the front of the hip), and calves.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
Place your feet hip-width apart and elbows shoulder-width apart.
—Mallory Creveling, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Offering a glimpse into the direction of his fall collection, Rodriguez pulled out a couple of works in progress, including one dress on which a seam wraps from shoulder to hip in the shape of an undone wire hanger hooked over the collar bone.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2025
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Noun
This version falls right at the hips and has a relaxed yet feminine silhouette, thanks to its cap-like sleeves.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The major muscles worked in this exercise are the quads, glutes, hamstrings, hip flexors (muscles at the front of the hip), and calves.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Speaking of which, the neighborhood—considered one of Chicago’s hippest—is a cultural hub with renowned restaurants, funky cafes and trendy bars.
—Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
Place your feet hip-width apart and elbows shoulder-width apart.
—Mallory Creveling, Health, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
We're still glued together, hip to hip, holding each other up, not covering as much of the floor, but owning & loving the space that's ours.
—Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
Offering a glimpse into the direction of his fall collection, Rodriguez pulled out a couple of works in progress, including one dress on which a seam wraps from shoulder to hip in the shape of an undone wire hanger hooked over the collar bone.
—Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2025
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“Hip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hip. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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hip
2 of 3 noun
: the part of the body that curves outward below the waist on each side and is formed by the side part of the pelvis and the upper part of the thigh
hipped
adjective
ˈhipt
hip
3 of 3 adjective
hipper; hippest
1
: keenly aware of or interested in the newest developments
Etymology
Noun
Old English hēope "fruit of a rose"
Noun
Old English hype "hip of the body"
Adjective
an altered form of hep "keenly aware of and interested in the newest developments"; of unknown origin
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