Quip ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Quip ( noun )

1. A witty or apt remark, esp. a cutting or sarcastic one.
2. A clever or amusing comment or remark, often made spontaneously.

Origin:

Middle english quipe, from old english cwīpe, from cwīpan, to quicken, revive, from cwīp, quick, lively; akin to old high german quīfan to live, old english cwīcan to quiver.

Examples:

1. He made a quip about the weather.
2. The comedian told a string of quips during his stand-up routine.
3. The quip was met with a roar of laughter from the audience.
4. She made a quip about his tie, causing him to look down and realize it was on inside out.
5. The politician"s quip about the other party"s policies was met with applause.

(As a verb)

Quip ( verb )

To make a quip.

Origin:

Middle english quipe, from old english cwīpe, from cwīpan, to quicken, revive, from cwīp, quick, lively; akin to old high german quīfan to live, old english cwīcan to quiver.

Examples:

1. He quipped that he was too old for such a strenuous hike.
2. She quipped that she would rather stay home and watch a movie.
3. The comedian quipped about the audience's fashion choices.
4. He quipped that he would rather be at home in bed.
5. She quipped that she needed a vacation from her vacation.