DIP

[/dɪp/]
noun, verbpl: dips
mergulho, molho, imersão
1. to immerse briefly or partially in liquid
She dipped her toe in the water to test the temperature.
Ela mergulhou o dedo do pé na água para testar a temperatura.
2. a creamy sauce or spread for dipping food
This guacamole dip is perfect for the party.
Este molho de abacate é perfeito para a festa.
3. a slight or temporary decline
There was a dip in sales last quarter.
Houve uma queda nas vendas no trimestre passado.
4. a swimming trip or short bath
Let's go for a quick dip in the pool.
Vamos dar um mergulho rápido na piscina.
5. to lower momentarily
The sun dips below the horizon at sunset.
O sol desce abaixo do horizonte ao pôr do sol.
6. a type of street snack popular in South Asian cuisine
These dips are served with chips and vegetables.
Estes molhos são servidos com batatas fritas e vegetais.
In Brazil, 'dip' as a noun (molho) is commonly used for food sauces like guacamole, hummus, or yogurt-based dips served at parties and restaurants. In the USA and NYC slang, 'dip' is also used as a verb meaning to leave abruptly. 'DIP' can also refer to a flavored tobacco product commonly used in North America. The culinary meaning is increasingly popular in urban Brazilian culture with the growth of food delivery apps and casual dining.
NYC Slang
dip - to leave hastily or avoid something; 'I gotta dip' means 'I have to go'
Synonyms / Sinônimos
immerseplungedunksaucedeclinedropdouse
Antonyms / Antônimos
riseincreasesurgeelevate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
molho, mergulho
Most common usage for both the sauce and action of immersing
Rio de Janeiro
molho
Commonly used for condiments and dips
São Paulo
mergulho, imersão
More technical or formal usage
Portugal
mergulho, molho
Similar to Brazilian usage but 'mergulho' may be preferred for the swimming context

Related Words

dippingdipperdipstickdipshitdiptych

Related Idioms & Phrases

take a dip
dip into one's savings
dip your toe in
double dip
dip stick
at a dip
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