dial. and U.S. [f. FLIP v. (sense 5).] a. s.w. dial. In various senses: (see quots.). b. U.S. Voluble.
1847. Halliwell, Flip … (3) Nimble; flippant. Devon.
1863. W. Barnes, Dorset Dial., 55. Flip, very kindly or friendly in talking.
1888. Elworthy, W. Somerset Word-bk., Flip, pliant, flexible. Same as Limber.
1893. Columbus (Ohio) Disp., 13 April. She was disposed to be flip with her tongue.
