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dipstick - 3 dictionary results

dip⋅stick

[dip-stik]
–noun
1. a rod for measuring the depth of a liquid; esp., a thin metal rod used to measure the oil level in the crankcase of an automotive engine.
2. Slang. fool; jerk.

Origin:
1925–30; dip 1 + stick 1
dip·stick   (dĭp'stĭk')   
n.  
  1. A graduated rod for measuring the depth or amount of liquid in a container, as of oil in a crankcase.
  2. Slang A person regarded as foolish or contemptible.

Main Entry: dip·stick
Pronunciation: 'dip-"stik
Function: noun
: a chemically sensitive strip of paper used to identify one or more constituents (asglucose or protein) of urine by immersion
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