1. A snap or light blow made by pressing a fingertip against the thumb and suddenly releasing it.

2. Something that excites or stimulates: "Spritely tabasco onions, just a little crunch for the top, were an added fillip" (Alison Arnett).

1. To strike or propel rapidly by a fillip: filliped my ear; filliped the pretzel across the counter.

2. To stimulate or arouse.