Phrase guide

dip into

verb · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: dip into.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Dip the teabag into the cup.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To spend some of a source of money (such as one's savings).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, transitive

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3

verb

Meaning 3

To read, examine or engage in (something) in a cursory or casual manner.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, transitive

Examples

  • Dip into a nice book.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

4

verb

Meaning 4

read selectively; read only certain passages from a text

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: read

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Etymology

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