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dipping

[ˈdɪpɪŋ]

dipping Definition

  • 1the action of lowering something into a liquid and then raising it up again
  • 2a sudden drop or decrease in something

Using dipping: Examples

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

  • Example

    She was dipping her brush into the paint.

  • Example

    He enjoyed dipping his toes in the cool water.

  • Example

    The stock market experienced a sudden dipping yesterday.

  • Example

    The temperature is dipping below freezing tonight.

dipping Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for dipping

Phrases with dipping

  • a sauce that is served with food for dipping

    Example

    I love to eat french fries with ketchup as a dipping sauce.

  • a weightlifting accessory that allows extra weight to be added during dips and chin-ups

    Example

    He used a dipping belt to add more weight to his dips.

  • a novelty toy that appears to 'drink' water from a glass and then 'dip' its beak

    Example

    The dipping bird is a classic example of a heat engine.

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Summary: dipping in Brief

The term 'dipping' [ˈdɪpɪŋ] refers to the action of lowering something into a liquid and then raising it up again, as well as a sudden drop or decrease in something. It is often used in phrases like 'dipping sauce,' which is a sauce that is served with food for dipping, and 'dipping belt,' which is a weightlifting accessory that allows extra weight to be added during dips and chin-ups.

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