Read the dictionary definition of nip. All definitions for this word.
1. a small sharp bite or snip
2. a tart spicy quality
3. the property of being moderately cold
1. the chilliness of early morning
4. the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth
5. (offensive slang) offensive term for a person of Japanese descent
6. a small drink of liquor
1. he poured a shot of whiskey
7. give a small sharp bite to
1. The Queen's corgis always nip at her staff's ankles
8. sever or remove by pinching or snipping
1. nip off the flowers
9. squeeze tightly between the fingers
1. He pinched her behind
2. She squeezed the bottle