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Meaning of dippers

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

dippers

noun

Definitions

  1. One who, or that which, dips (immerses something, or itself, into a liquid).

  2. Any of various small passerine birds of the genus Cinclus that live near fast-flowing streams and feed along the bottom.

  3. A cup-shaped vessel with a long handle, for dipping into and ladling out liquids; a ladle or scoop.

  4. The control in a vehicle that switches between high-beam and low-beam (i.e. dips the lights), especially when used to signal other vehicles.