tripping

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Quick; nimble; stepping lightly and quickly.

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

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

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Having the right forefoot lifted, the others remaining on the ground, as if trotting; trippant.

Sources & notes

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

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Undergoing a hallucinogenic trip.

Register: slang

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “tripping” mean?

Quick; nimble; stepping lightly and quickly.

Is “tripping” formal or informal?

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