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Definition drop in American English

drop noun

noun
/drɑp/
1

a very small amount of liquid with a round shape

Example

a tear/rain/dew drop

Example

I felt a drop of rain on my face.

Example

There were drops of blood on his shirt.

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1.1

a small amount of a drink

Example

He asked for a drop of brandy.

Example

Would you like a drop more tea?

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2

a fall in the amount or value of something

Example

The company announced a 15% drop in profits.

Example

There was a sharp drop in the temperature overnight.

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3

a distance down to the ground from a high place

Example

At the edge of the cliff is a 100-foot drop.

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4

a small amount of a particular quality

Example

She didn't have a drop of imagination.

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5

an occasion when something or someone is dropped from an aircraft

Example

Air drops of food were made in the region.

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6

a small round candy

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7

the act of leaving or delivering something in a place that has been agreed, especially something secret or illegal

Example

The kidnappers gave them instructions about where to make the drop.

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8

liquid medicine that you put into your eyes, ears, or nose

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9

a tiny amount

Example

If spending seems lavish, it's a drop in the bucket compared to cuts.

Definition drop in American English