Dipstick
noun
A long, thin stick used to measure the level of a liquid, particularly in a vehicle's oil tank.
To check the oil level, you need to pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean.
Often appears as...
- oil dipstick
- engine dipstick
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A slang term used to describe a foolish or incompetent person.
He called his teammate a dipstick for forgetting the plays.
Often appears as...
- what a dipstick
- don't be a dipstick
Usage tips
Slang
Colloquial
noun
A long, thin stick used to measure the level of a liquid, particularly in a vehicle's oil tank.
To check the oil level, you need to pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean.
Often appears as...
- oil dipstick
- engine dipstick
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A slang term used to describe a foolish or incompetent person.
He called his teammate a dipstick for forgetting the plays.
Often appears as...
- what a dipstick
- don't be a dipstick
Usage tips
Slang
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/2Technical Use
Understanding the tool’s function requires some basic automotive knowledge.
When checking the oil, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface.
Pro Tip 2/2Colloquial Use
When using 'dipstick' to describe a person, be cautious about the tone.
This term can be seen as derogatory in some contexts.
Pro Tip 1/2Technical Use
Understanding the tool’s function requires some basic automotive knowledge.
When checking the oil, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface.
Pro Tip 2/2Colloquial Use
When using 'dipstick' to describe a person, be cautious about the tone.
This term can be seen as derogatory in some contexts.
Pro Tip 1/2Technical Use
Understanding the tool’s function requires some basic automotive knowledge.
When checking the oil, ensure the vehicle is on a level surface.
Pro Tip 2/2Colloquial Use
When using 'dipstick' to describe a person, be cautious about the tone.
This term can be seen as derogatory in some contexts.
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