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Dropper - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A dropper is a small tube with a rubber bulb used to measure and transfer liquids drop by drop. It is commonly found in laboratories or medicine bottles for precise liquid handling.

dropper

/ˈdrɑpər/ /ˈdrɒpə/

Definition:

A small tube or device used to dispense liquid in drops.

Synonyms:

pipette, dispenser, burette

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

filler, collector

Common Collocations:

eye dropper, medicine dropper, glass dropper

Derivatives:

droppers, dropperful

Usage Tips:

Use a dropper to measure small amounts of liquid accurately.

Common Phrases:

dropper bottle, dropper cap, dropper syringe

Etymology:

Derived from "drop," referring to its function of releasing liquid in small quantities.

Examples:

  • 1. She used a dropper to add dye to the solution.
  • 2. The medicine comes with a plastic dropper for precise dosing.
  • 3. He carefully squeezed the dropper to release one drop at a time.
  • 4. The scientist calibrated the glass dropper before the experiment.

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