dipper
2 synonyms for dipper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A long-handled cup or scoop used for ladling liquid.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dipper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the Big Dipper
water dipper
Etymology
From Middle English dippere; equivalent to dip plus -er.
Full origin of dipper →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.
