flipper vs flip

flip vs flipper

flipper and flip both are nouns.

flipper is not an adjective while flip is an adjective.

flipper is not a verb while flip is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
flipper	Yes	No	No	No
flip	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

flipper (noun)	flip (noun)
the flat broad limb of aquatic animals specialized for swimming	(sports) the act of throwing the ball to another member of your team
a shoe for swimming; the paddle-like front is an aid in swimming (especially underwater)	the act of flipping a coin
	a dive in which the diver somersaults before entering the water
	an acrobatic feat in which the feet roll over the head (either forward or backward) and return
	a sudden, quick movement
	hot or cold alcoholic mixed drink containing a beaten egg

flipper (adjective)	flip (adjective)
	marked by casual disrespect

flipper (verb)	flip (verb)
	reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
	go mad, go crazy
	react in an excited, delighted, or surprised way
	throw or toss with a light motion
	cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
	turn upside down, or throw so as to reverse
	move with a flick or light motion
	lightly throw to see which side comes up
	cause to move with a flick
	toss with a sharp movement so as to cause to turn over in the air
	look through a book or other written material

Difference between flipper and flip

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