adj
Meaning 1
Provided for short-term use.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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Standard Lemma guide
drop-in
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adj
Meaning 2
Fit to substitute for some element in a complex system without changes to the existing infrastructure.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: business, manufacturing
Examples
- We need the ultimate drop-in biofuel to make use of our expensive oil-based infrastructure.
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adj
Meaning 3
Allowing people to drop in; that is, to visit casually, without an appointment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Examples
- a drop-in centre
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adj
Meaning 4
Of the pitch: prepared away from the ground or venue, and dropped into place only when a match is to be played.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
Examples
- The pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground is drop-in, and the ground is also used for Australian rules football.
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noun
Meaning 5
One who casually drops in (visits unannounced or without appointment).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- The office was efficient, but not well equipped to handle drop-ins.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: walk-in
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noun
Meaning 6
An informal event that does not require booking in advance.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: walk-in
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noun
Meaning 7
A place that can be visited casually, without an appointment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: walk-in
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noun
Meaning 8
The act of dropping in; that is, taking a wave that another surfer is already riding.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: hobbies, lifestyle, sports, surfing
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noun
Meaning 9
A pitch that is prepared away from the ground or venue, and dropped into place only when a match is to be played.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: ball-games, cricket, games, hobbies, lifestyle, sports
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noun
Meaning 10
A message or advertisement inserted into other material.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: advertising, broadcasting, business, marketing, media
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History
Etymology
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