gyp-room

[jip-room, -room]

gyp-room

[jip-room, -room]
noun British Slang.
a pantry, especially one attached to a student's quarters.

Origin:
1870–75; see gyp2
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Gyp-room is always a great word to know.
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a fool or simpleton; ninny.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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