noun a swindle or cheat
verb to swindle or cheat
In academic discourse, 'gyp' may be used to describe feeling cheated or shortchanged in a learning or educational context.
In the travel industry, 'gyp' may refer to a disappointing or unsatisfactory experience, such as feeling 'gypped' by a tour operator.
In slang terminology, 'gyp' is used as a derogatory term to describe cheating or swindling someone.
Historically, 'gyp' has been used as an ethnic slur against the Romani people, also known as Gypsies.
In the writing industry, 'gyp' may be used to describe being cheated or swindled in a business deal or transaction.
Psychologists may use the term 'gyp' when discussing feelings of being deceived or taken advantage of by others during therapy sessions.