I. noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English drippinge, drepyng, from drippen to drip + -inge, -ing -ing
1. : the sound made by falling drops
2.
a. : liquid waste that drips (as from machines) — often used in plural
b. : fat and juices drawn from meat during cooking especially when used as shortening or a spread — often used in plural
II. adverb
Etymology: from present participle of drip (I)
: to a high degree : thoroughly — usually used in the phrase dripping wet