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English word origin

Etymology of chimp

Clipping of chimpanzee.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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verb

To review each image on a digital camera after it is taken. · To get very excited when showing images on a digital camera. · Clipping of chimp out.

noun

Clipping of chimpanzee. · A black person.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of chimpanzee.

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