pipet
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpaɪpɛt/
KK: /ˈpaɪpɪt/
noun
Definition
A thin tube made of glass or plastic that is used to move or measure liquids by sucking them up into the tube.
Example
The scientist used a pipet to transfer the liquid into the test tube.
Conversation
Have you seen my pipet? I can't find it anywhere.
No, I haven't. What do you need it for?
I'm trying to measure some liquid for my experiment.
Oh, I hope you find it soon; those pipets are really handy!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tube
dropper
syringe
Antonyms
container
vessel
bottle
verb
Definition
To transfer or measure a specific amount of liquid using a small tube called a pipet.
Example
The scientist used a pipet to add the solution to the test tube.
Tense Forms
Past: pipetted
Past Participle: pipetted
Conversation
Did you see how she used the pipet for the experiment?
Yeah, I thought it was really cool how precise she was.
I should try to pipet the liquids more carefully next time.
Root Explanation
The word 'pipet' originates from the French word 'pipette', which is a diminutive form of 'pipe' (from Old French 'pipe', meaning a tube or pipe). A pipet is a small tube used to measure or transfer liquids.
Memory Tip
Think of a small 'pipe' ('pipe') used for transferring liquids — that's what a 'pipet' is.
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