Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to a hip joint.

Example

The design of the chair was hiplike, providing both comfort and style.

Conversation

Have you seen those new dance moves that are hiplike?

Yeah, they really emphasize the movement of the hips!

I think adding a hiplike style could make the routine more fun.

Definitely! It would really bring the energy up on the dance floor.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hiplike → It is formed from "hip" (from Old English "hippa", meaning the joint of the body) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "hiplike" describes something that resembles or is similar to a hip.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'hip' as referring to the body joint, and '-like' means resembling. So, hiplike means something that resembles a hip.

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