Definition

A tool used to release small amounts of liquid, typically consisting of a glass or plastic tube with a bulb that creates suction.

Example

She used a dropper to add a few drops of food coloring to the water.

Conversation

I need to get a dropper for my science project.

Oh, I think I have one you can borrow!

That would be awesome, I need it to measure the liquids precisely.

No problem! Just make sure to return it after you're done.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dropper → It is formed from "drop" (from Old English "dropa", meaning a small amount of liquid) and "-er" (meaning a person or thing that performs an action). A dropper is a device or person that causes drops to be released.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'drop' as a small amount of liquid, and the '-er' indicates someone or something that performs the action of dropping.

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