Definition of "thrip" [thrip]

• Optional singular for thrips, an insect of the order Thysanoptera. (noun)

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• "Diamond-backed terrapin were abundant, and one never was brought to our dwelling that the bearer could not get in exchange a "thrip""
• "Diamond-backed terrapin were abundant, and one never was brought to our dwelling that the bearer could not get in exchange a "thrip" (the old-fashioned six cents), or, if he preferred, a ration of bacon or syrup."
• "I saw that photo and said to myself "A thrip" I knew these things once before senility and excessive alcohol got to me."