English · Nature & Environment

drip

/drɪp/

[/drɪp/]

fall in small drops

Beginnerverb

Definition

To fall slowly in small drops, or to let liquid fall this way. It can also be a noun for a falling drop.

Example

Water began to drip from the wet umbrella.

Water began to drip from the wet umbrella.

Etymology

From Old English 'dryppan' (to drip).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for leaks, rain, and slow loss of liquid.

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