Ail and Nip

Ail

Ail verb - To trouble the mind of; to make uneasy.

Nip and ail are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nip" instead a verb "Ail".

Nearby Word: ailed

Nip

Nip verb - To make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument.

Ail and nip are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Ail" instead a verb "Nip".

Nearby Words: nipped, nipper, nipping

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