Meaning Of The Word Fillip

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Fillip Meaning

Fillip Definition
Fillip Definition

What's The Definition Of Fillip?

fillip
If someone or something gives a fillip to an activity or person, they suddenly encourage or improve them.

fillip in American English
the snap made by a finger which is held down toward the palm by the thumb and then suddenly released
to make a fillip
to strike, impel, or snap with a fillip
intransitive verb: to make a fillip with the fingers
noun: an act or instance of filliping; a smart tap or stroke
transitive verb: to strike with the nail of a finger snapped from the end of the thumb

fillip in British English
noun: something that adds stimulation or enjoyment
verb: to stimulate or excite

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