drip

[drɪp]

drip Definition

  • 1a small drop of liquid that falls in a steady rhythm
  • 2the sound of liquid falling in drops
  • 3a medical device used to deliver fluids into a patient's body

Using drip: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "drip" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sound of the drip from the faucet kept me awake all night.

  • Example

    The roof has a leak and there is a constant drip of water.

  • Example

    He was hooked up to an IV drip to receive fluids.

  • Example

    She added a drip of oil to the salad dressing.

drip Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for drip

Idioms Using drip

  • to allow something to happen gradually or slowly

    Example

    Don't rush the process, just let it drip.

  • to give someone small amounts of information or resources over a period of time

    Example

    The teacher drip fed the students information throughout the semester.

  • to allow something to dry naturally without wiping or rubbing it

    Example

    I usually drip dry my clothes to avoid shrinking them in the dryer.

Phrases with drip

  • to be sweating heavily

    Example

    After running the marathon, he was dripping with sweat.

  • coffee made by slowly pouring hot water through ground coffee beans

    Example

    I prefer drip coffee over instant coffee.

  • IV drip

    a medical device used to deliver fluids, medication, or nutrients into a patient's body through a vein

    Example

    He was given an IV drip to help him recover from dehydration.

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Summary: drip in Brief

The term 'drip' [drɪp] refers to a small drop of liquid that falls in a steady rhythm, often accompanied by the sound of liquid falling. It can also refer to a medical device used to deliver fluids into a patient's body. The term extends into phrases like 'drip with sweat,' and idioms like 'let it drip,' meaning to allow something to happen gradually.

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