yap
/jæp/
NOUN
1. A short, sharp bark from a small dog
A high-pitched, sharp, or repetitive bark made by a small dog or a similar animal.
1.1. High-pitched barking
A short, sharp vocal sound produced by a small dog, often repeated when excited, alarmed, or disturbed.
Synonyms
Examples
- The small dog continued to yap excitedly as the visitors approached the front door.
- As the hikers entered the forest, they could hear the distant yap of a coyote.
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NOUN
2. Casual or excessive talk
Informal conversation or chatter, especially speech that is prolonged, trivial, or excessive.
2.1. Informal conversation
Casual, relaxed conversation between people, often involving everyday subjects or friendly exchanges.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- silence
- quiet
Examples
- During the meeting, the manager asked everyone to focus on the agenda and avoid unnecessary yap.
Related Words
- small talk
- gossip
- dialogue
- socializing
2.2. Excessive or meaningless chatter
A stream of unnecessary, trivial, or tiresome talking, often continuing without a useful purpose.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- silence
- quiet
Examples
- The comedian's rapid-fire yap had the audience in stitches throughout the entire performance.
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NOUN
3. The mouth
An informal or slang term for the mouth, especially when referring to it as the source of speech or talking.
3.1. Mouth as the organ of speech
Refers informally to a person's mouth, particularly when emphasizing talking or speaking.
Synonyms
- mouth
- gob
- piehole
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NOUN
4. A badly behaved child
An informal and derogatory term for a badly behaved or troublesome child.
4.1. A naughty or troublesome child
Describes a child who behaves badly, acts rudely, or frequently causes trouble.
Synonyms
Related Words
- mischief-maker
- troublemaker
- scamp
VERB
5. Barking like a small dog
To make short, sharp, high-pitched barking sounds, typically describing the vocalization of a small dog.
5.1. Making repeated sharp barks
Produces a series of short, high-pitched barks, often in response to excitement, strangers, or perceived threats.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- be quiet
Examples
- The small dog continued to yap excitedly as the visitors approached the front door.
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VERB
6. Talking excessively
To talk continuously or excessively, often about trivial subjects or in an annoying manner.
6.1. Chattering or talking casually
Engages in informal conversation, often talking freely about everyday topics or personal matters.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- be quiet
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6.2. Talking incessantly or pointlessly
Talks at length without stopping, often repeating ideas or discussing problems without offering solutions.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- be quiet
Examples
- Instead of offering solutions, he continued to yap about the problems without taking any action.