English · Slang Attested

trip

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To fall over or stumble over an object as a result of striking it with one's foot

Where it’s used: Used American English

Be careful not to trip on those tree roots. You tripped over the cat and fell downstairs just last week.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To cause (a person or animal) to fall or stumble by knocking their feet from under them.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To be guilty of a misstep or mistake; to commit an offence against morality, propriety, etc

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “trip” mean?

To fall over or stumble over an object as a result of striking it with one's foot

Is “trip” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.