vamp meaning and definition

VAMP noun

Definition of vamp (noun)

1. a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men
   • synonyms: coquette, flirt, minx, prickteaser, tease, vamper
2. an improvised musical accompaniment
3. piece of leather forming the front part of the upper of a shoe

VAMP verb

Definition of vamp (verb)

1. make up
   • "vamp up an excuse for not attending the meeting"
   • synonyms: vamp up
2. piece (something old) with a new part
   • "vamp up an old speech"
   • synonyms: vamp up
3. act seductively with (someone)
4. provide (a shoe) with a new vamp
   • "revamp my old boots"
   • synonyms: revamp