dip · verb /dɪp/
dip (PUT INTO LIQUID)
B2 T to put something into a liquid for a short time
Dictionary examples:
Dip the fish in the batter, then drop it into the hot oil.
She dipped her toe into the pool to see how cold it was.
Learner example:
I recommend little sandwiches, chips and other things to dip [into sauces]. (First Certificate in English; B2; Catalan)
dip (BECOME LOWER)
B2 I to become lower in level or amount
Dictionary example:
The number of students taking classes in the sciences has dipped sharply.
