dip
Pronunciation:
/dɪp/noun
Definitions
A lower section of a road or geological feature.
Example: There is a dip in the road ahead.
Inclination downward; direction below a horizontal line; slope; pitch.
The action of dipping or plunging for a moment into a liquid.
A tank or trough where cattle or sheep are immersed in chemicals to kill parasites.
verb
Definitions
To lower into a liquid.
Example: Dip your biscuit into your tea.
To immerse oneself; to become plunged in a liquid; to sink.
(of a value or rate) To decrease slightly.
To lower a light's beam.
Example: Dip your lights as you meet an oncoming car.