RIP
Rest in peace
Example
Did you hear that Mark’s old car finally broke down for good?
Oh no, RIP to the car. It served him well for years
Related Slang
| ded | Dead |
| OMDB | Over my dead body |
| TWD | The Walking Dead |
| L4D | Left for Dead |
| DIAF | Die in a fire |
| Grief digger | Someone who uses a celebrity's death for personal gain |
| Ghost bike | White roadside memorial bicycle |
| RIP my mentions | I'm going to receive a lot of Twitter notifications |
| RIP to your mentions | You're going to receive a lot of Twitter notifications |
| Selficide | Death caused by taking a selfie |
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RIP is a respectful expression of sympathy when someone has passed away that wishes the deceased eternal rest and peace in the afterlife. People often use the acronym in epitaphs, obituaries, and memorials, either written or spoken, to honor and show respect to the deceased. You may also see RIP (or "R.I.P.") on gravestones or social media posts when someone is paying tribute to a person who has passed.
While RIP is most commonly associated with death and memorials, it is sometimes used informally or humorously in modern contexts, especially on social media, to express mock mourning for something no longer relevant or has "passed." For example, your friend may post "RIP to the side part, the middle is where it's at" when sharing about Gen Zer fashion trends.
Origin of RIP
The acronym "RIP" originates from the Latin phrase "Requiescat in Pace", which translates to "may he/she rest in peace." It has been used in Christian liturgy since at least the 8th century and has become widely adopted across many cultures and languages.