noun
- brief irregularities or temporary problems in an otherwise normal situation
- small spots of light on a radar or sonar screen representing detected objects
- short high-pitched electronic sounds
Usage: informal
Usage: technical
Examples
- The stock market experienced a few blips before recovering.
- There were some blips in the internet connection during the storm.
- The radar operator noticed several blips approaching from the east.
- Air traffic controllers track aircraft using blips on their screens.
- The machine made strange blips and beeps before shutting down.
- These minor blips in production won’t affect our deadline.
- The sonar detected blips from a school of fish below.