I. ˈflip verb
( flipped ; flip·ping )
Etymology: probably imitative
Date: circa 1567
transitive verb
1. : to toss so as to cause to turn over in the air
flip a coin
also : toss
flip me the ball
flip one end of the scarf over your shoulder
2.
a. : to cause to turn and especially to turn over
flipped the car
flipping the pages of a book
b. : to move with a small quick motion
flip a switch
intransitive verb
1. : to make a twitching or flicking movement
the fish flipped and flopped on the deck
also : to change from one position to another and especially turn over
the car flipped
2. : leaf 2
flipped through the pages
3. slang
a. : to lose one's mind or composure — often used with out
b. : to become very enthusiastic
II. noun
Date: 1695
1. : a mixed drink usually consisting of a sweetened spiced liquor with beaten eggs
2. : an act or instance of flipping
3. : the motion used in flipping
4. : a somersault especially in the air
III. adjective
Date: 1823
: flippant , impertinent