dripping
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.the sound or action of liquid falling in small drops.
n.the continuous action or sound of liquid falling in discrete drops.
Simple“The constant dripping of the kitchen tap kept me awake all night.”
In context“The rhythmic dripping from the stalactites echoed through the cavern, marking the slow passage of time in the damp darkness.”
UsageOften used in the singular with the definite article to describe a persistent sound.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the fat that comes out of meat while it is roasting, often saved for cooking.
n.the fat and juices that draw off meat during roasting, traditionally collected for use as a cooking medium or spread.
Simple“My grandmother used to roast potatoes in beef dripping to make them extra crispy.”
In context“The chef carefully strained the pork dripping into a ceramic jar, intending to use it for the following day's confit.”
UsageUncountable when referring to the substance; sometimes used in the plural to refer to the juices in the pan.
Synonymslardtallow - 03 B1 Intermediate
adj.extremely wet, so that liquid is falling off in drops.
adj.saturated with liquid to the point of overflow; typically used as a pre-modifier or with 'wet'.
Simple“He came inside out of the rain, his coat dripping wet.”
In context“The athletes emerged from the pool dripping and exhausted, their towels barely able to soak up the excess water.”
UsageCommonly functions as an adverbial intensifier in the phrase 'dripping wet'.