dip
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/dɪp/
brief immersion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dip' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'dyppan,' where 'dyppan' meant 'to immerse or submerge.'
Historical Evolution
'dyppan' transformed into the Middle English word 'dippen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dip'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to immerse or submerge,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a brief swim or immersion in water.
She took a quick dip in the pool.
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Noun 2
a sauce or dressing into which food is dipped.
He served the chips with a spicy dip.
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Verb 1
to put something into a liquid for a short time.
She dipped the brush into the paint.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40