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dipper

[ˈdɪpər]

dipper Definition

  • 1a person or thing that dips
  • 2a small bird with a slender bill and a distinctive downward dipping flight
  • 3a container for dipping sauce or other liquid condiments

Using dipper: Examples

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

  • Example

    The dipper bird is known for its unique dipping flight.

  • Example

    Could you please pass me the dipper for the salsa?

  • Example

    She used a dipper to pour the gravy over the mashed potatoes.

dipper Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dipper

Phrases with dipper

  • a group of seven bright stars in the constellation Ursa Major, popularly recognized as a bear

    Example

    We could see the Big Dipper shining brightly in the night sky.

  • a well with a long handle for drawing water

    Example

    The old farm had a dipper well that was still in use.

  • a type of gourd that is used as a ladle or dipper

    Example

    The dipper gourd is commonly used in traditional cooking.

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Summary: dipper in Brief

A 'dipper' [ˈdɪpər] can refer to a person or thing that dips, such as a bird with a dipping flight. It can also be a container for dipping sauces or other liquids, like a gravy boat. Phrases include 'big dipper,' a group of stars, and 'dipper well,' a well with a long handle for drawing water.