VIP

noun

ˌvē-ˌī-ˈpē How to pronounce VIP (audio)
plural VIPs ˌvē-ˌī-ˈpēz How to pronounce VIP (audio)
Synonyms of VIPnext
: a person of great influence or prestige
especially : a high official with special privileges

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Examples of VIP in a Sentence

I was treated like a VIP at the reception. the VIPs insisted on being seated in the restaurant's private dining room
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The king’s private secretary, Sir Clive Alderton, is a member of the Royal and VIP Executive Committee (RAVEC). — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025 Universal has also announced other products guests can add onto their admission, including express passes, VIP Tours, photos and costume experiences. — Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

very important person

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of VIP was in 1933

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VIP

noun
ˌvē-ˌī-ˈpē How to pronounce VIP (audio)
plural VIPs -ˈpēz How to pronounce VIP (audio)
: a person of great importance or fame
Etymology

from very important person

Medical Definition

VIP

abbreviation
vasoactive intestinal peptide; vasoactive intestinal polypeptide
Although hypokalemia and acidosis are classically associated with secretion of vasoactive intestinal polypeptide (VIP) by a neuroendocrine tumor, electrolyte abnormalities occur in other forms of chronic diarrhea.— Roger Kapoor et al., The New England Journal of Medicine
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