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Definition kipper in British English

kipper noun

[countable] noun
/ˈkɪpə(r)/
1

a herring (=type of fish) that has been preserved in salt and smoke

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Example

House prices are too high for first time buyers and rent is too high unless you share. I know so many "Kippers" who would love to be able to move out of home but even with a full time job can't afford to.

3

a supporter of the UK Independence Party (UKIP)

Example

The kippers are on the march... try listening to them instead of blindly forcing your own ridiculous opinions on them.

Definition kipper in British English