What does DRIPS mean?

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• Noun
• Verb (present tense)

Definitions

• Noun: small drops of liquid that fall in a steady, continuous stream
• Verb: to let fall or be so wet as to shed small drops of liquid

Pronunciations

• US: /drɪps/
• UK: /drɪps/

Origin and Usage

• The word "drips" originated from the Old English word "drypan" which means "to fall in drops".
• It is commonly used to describe the sound or action of liquid falling in small drops.

Synonyms

• Noun: drops, droplets, dribbles, trickles, leaks
• Verb: trickle, drizzle, leak, seep, ooze

Related Words

• drill
• drive
• drone
• droop
• drunk

Example Sentences

• The faucet drips slowly, filling the sink with water.
• She could hear the drips of rain falling on the roof.
• He drips paint onto the canvas, creating a beautiful masterpiece.