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hep

interjection
\ ˈhep How to pronounce hep (audio) , ˈhəp, ˈhət\

Definition of hep

 (Entry 1 of 2)

—used to mark a marching cadence

hep

adjective
\ ˈhep How to pronounce hep (audio) \

Definition of hep (Entry 2 of 2)

: hip entry 4
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Synonyms & Antonyms for hep

Synonyms: Adjective

au courant, cool [slang], def [slang], downtown, groovy, hip, in, mod, now, trendy, turned-on, with-it

Antonyms: Adjective

out, uncool, unhip, untrendy

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Examples of hep in a Sentence

Adjective

 hep devotees of jazz were willing to brave any venue to hear him play

First Known Use of hep

Interjection

1862, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1899, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for hep

Interjection

origin unknown

Adjective

origin unknown

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hep

adjective
How to pronounce hep (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of hep

US slang, old-fashioned : having or showing knowledge about the newest things in music, fashion, etc.

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