bite or pinch sharply

one of the dogs nipped him on the leg

his teeth nipped at her ear

go quickly

I'm just nipping down to the Post Office

steal or snatch (something)

a sharp bite or pinch

a strong beak which can deliver a serious nip

a small quantity or sip of spirits

a nip of brandy

take a sip or sips of spirits

the men nipped from the bottle

a contemptuous term for a Japanese person