English · Nature & Environment
drip
/drɪp/
[/drɪp/]
fall in small drops
Beginnerverb
Definition
To fall slowly in small drops, or to let liquid fall this way. It can also be a noun for a falling drop.
Example
Water began to drip from the wet umbrella.
Water began to drip from the wet umbrella.
Etymology
From Old English 'dryppan' (to drip).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for leaks, rain, and slow loss of liquid.