adj
Uncommon
dipped
dihpt
Dipped (adj) means Briefly immersed in a liquid. Example: “The dipped strawberries were coated in dark chocolate.”
adj
1
Briefly immersed in a liquid.
"The dipped strawberries were coated in dark chocolate."
2
(of headlights) Switched to the lower, less dazzling setting.
"Remember to use dipped headlights in town."
How to use dipped
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that has been briefly submerged in liquid, or (of headlights) set to low beam.
UK vs US
"Dipped headlights" is standard British English; American English usually says "low beams."
Common pairings
dipped headlights
chocolate-dipped
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more dipped
- Superlative
- most dipped
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Etymology
Formed from dip and -ed.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for dipped
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What does “dipped” mean?
The word “dipped” means briefly immersed in a liquid. In plain terms, something that has been briefly submerged in liquid, or (of headlights) set to low beam.
How do you pronounce “dipped”?
“Dipped” is pronounced dihpt (/dɪpt/ in IPA).
How do you use “dipped” in a sentence?
Here is “dipped” used in a sentence: “The dipped strawberries were coated in dark chocolate.”
What part of speech is “dipped”?
“Dipped” is an adjective.
Is “dipped” a common word?
“Dipped” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dipped” have?
“Dipped” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: briefly immersed in a liquid.
What is the difference between dipped and dived when describing headlights?
Dipped specifically describes headlights switched to their lower, less dazzling setting for oncoming traffic, while dived is unrelated to lighting and refers to plunging downward. Dipped headlights is a fixed term used mainly in British English for what American English often calls low beams.
What does dipped mean when describing food or objects?
When describing food or objects, dipped means briefly immersed in a liquid, such as a strawberry dipped in chocolate or a brush dipped in paint. The immersion is typically quick rather than prolonged soaking.
Is dipped headlights or dipped beam more common in British or American English?
Dipped headlights and dipped beam are standard British English terms, while American English typically uses low beams for the same setting. Both describe headlights adjusted downward so they do not blind oncoming drivers.
