Gypped (also spelled Jipped)
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To be swindled or "ripped off.
How to use it
✗ Avoid it when
This expression is widely considered racist or offensive today; the history is documented in the notes. Documented here descriptively, not as an endorsement.
Connotation: offensive to many; contested
Where it’s used:
Used
Widespread English
Sources & notes
Imported from Wikipedia “List of idioms considered racist” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29), pending review. Why it’s contested: " It derives from the exonym "Gypsy" for the Romani people, and the stereotype that the Romani were deceitful and thieves.
Common questions
What does “Gypped (also spelled Jipped)” mean?
To be swindled or "ripped off.
Is “Gypped (also spelled Jipped)” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.