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dripping

2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dripping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Fat collected from meat as it roasts, often saved for cooking.

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How to use dripping

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dripping wet beef dripping

Frequently asked questions

What does “dripping” mean?

The word “dripping” means fat collected from meat as it roasts, often saved for cooking. In plain terms, either the fat left over from roasted meat, or an adjective describing something soaking wet.

How do you pronounce “dripping”?

“Dripping” is pronounced DRIH-pihng (/ˈdɹɪpɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “dripping” in a sentence?

Here is “dripping” used in a sentence: “She fried the potatoes in leftover dripping.”

What part of speech is “dripping”?

Depending on how it is used, “dripping” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “dripping” a common word?

“Dripping” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “dripping” have?

“Dripping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: fat collected from meat as it roasts, often saved for cooking.

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