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Definition of dripper

dripper

/ˈdrɪp.ər/
drip · per
Plural:drippers
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dripper Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A device or apparatus that releases liquid in small drops, such as a cone-shaped vessel for brewing pour-over coffee, a dropper, or a nozzle used in drip irrigation.

Example

"The barista placed a paper filter inside the ceramic coffee dripper and slowly poured hot water over the grounds."

2

Something that drips continuously, such as a leaky faucet or a melting icicle.

Example

"That old bathroom faucet has been a constant dripper until the plumber replaces the worn washer."

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• Rhymes for dripper

• Nearby Words

drip
dripfeed
dripless
dripper
dripping
drippings
drippy

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dripper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dripper
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