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plural of yap, slang
as in mouths
the opening through which food passes into the body of an animal a dope with a talent for opening his yap at exactly the wrong moment

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yaps

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verb

present tense third-person singular of yap

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Recent Examples of yaps
Noun
There was a riot of noise, the yaps and yelps of a hound pack fighting an animal on the ground. — Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 13 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yaps
Noun
  • Holmes is one of those smile-talkers—people who grin as words pour out of their mouths.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Using a sharp paring knife, carve eyes and mouths into each beet.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Here, the trio discusses ThreeAsFour’s latest developments and how the past, present and future continue to inspire their vision.
    — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Kudiabor discusses the hit show’s popularity, the challenges of maintaining momentum and an ensemble cast that boasts some of Germany’s top acting talent.
    — Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Oct. 2026

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“Yaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yaps. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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