terp

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An interpreter (person who translates).
  2. An interpreter (program that parses and executes another program).
noun
  1. Any of various essential oils containing monoterpene alcohols which are added to a henna mix to darken the color.
verb
  1. To add such an essential oil to (a henna mix).
noun
  1. Dance.
verb
  1. To dance.
noun
  1. An artificial dwelling mound found on the North European Plain, created to provide safe ground during storm surges, high tides and sea or river flooding.
noun
  1. A member of a Maryland Terrapins sports team.

Pronunciation

/tɝp/ /tɜːp/ En-au-terp.ogg

Word forms

terp terps 'terp terping terped terpen

Etymology

Clipping of interpreter.

Related words

Derived words

terpery
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