DIPSTICK


Meaning of DIPSTICK in English

/dip"stik'/ , n.

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.

[ 1925-30; DIP 1 + STICK 1 ]

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