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Noun — A long-handled cup or scoop used for ladling liquid.

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the Big Dipper water dipper

Etymology

From Middle English dippere; equivalent to dip + -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dipper” mean?

The word “dipper” means a long-handled cup or scoop used for ladling liquid. In plain terms, a scoop for ladling liquid, a small river-diving bird, or one of the well-known star patterns.

How do you pronounce “dipper”?

“Dipper” is pronounced DIH-puh (/ˈdɪpɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “dipper” in a sentence?

Here is “dipper” used in a sentence: “He used a dipper to fill the bucket from the barrel.”

What part of speech is “dipper”?

Depending on how it is used, “dipper” can be a noun and a name.

How many meanings does “dipper” have?

“Dipper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a long-handled cup or scoop used for ladling liquid.

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