dripping

[ˈdrɪpɪŋ]

dripping Definition

• 1. the sound of drops falling
• 2. a liquid that falls in drops
• 3. fat that has melted and come out of meat during cooking

Using dripping: Examples

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

• Example

  The dripping of the faucet kept me awake all night.

• Example

  The dripping from the roof was annoying.

• Example

  The roast beef was served with potatoes and dripping.

dripping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dripping

• drop
• trickle
• leak
• seepage

Phrases with dripping

• dripping with sweat

  to be sweating profusely

  Example

  After running a marathon, he was dripping with sweat.

• dripping with sarcasm

  to speak in a way that is intentionally mocking or scornful

  Example

  She replied to his question with a response dripping with sarcasm.

• dripping wet

  completely soaked with water or another liquid

  Example

  After jumping in the pool, she was dripping wet.

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Summary: dripping in Brief

Dripping [ˈdrɪpɪŋ] refers to the sound or liquid that falls in drops. It can also mean fat that has melted and come out of meat during cooking. Examples include 'The dripping of the faucet kept me awake all night.' and 'The roast beef was served with potatoes and dripping.' Phrases include 'dripping with sweat,' 'dripping with sarcasm,' and 'dripping wet.'