DIP

What Does DIP Mean in a Text?

DIP is a slang word that means "Leave" and "Dodge." Here is more information about each of these definitions with examples.

Leave

DIP is widely used as a simple synonym of the word "leave." For example:
  • Toni: What time are you DIPPING?
  • Jo: Around 11 o'clock. You?
  • Toni: I'm gonna DIP now.

Dodge

When talking about another person, DIP is often used in the context of dodging or avoiding something. For example:
  • Sam: Where's Toni? It's his turn to buy.
  • Jo: He DIPPED five minutes ago.
  • Sam: What a surprise! That guy is always DIPPING his round.

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meaning of DIP

"Leave"

Summary of Key Points for the First Definition of DIP

"Leave" is the most common definition for DIP on Snapchat, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
DIP
Definition:Leave
Type:Word (Slang)
Guessability:guessability level 3

3: Guessable

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

Summary of Key Points for the Second Definition

"Dodge" is another common definition for DIP.
DIP
Definition:Dodge
Type:Word (Slang)
Guessability:guessability level 2

2: Quite easy to guess

Typical Users:typical user
Adults and Teenagers

An Academic Look at DIP

DIP is a slang word. Slang refers to words, phrases and uses of language that are regarded as very informal and which are often restricted to a special context or a particular group of users.

What Did We Say before Texting and Social Media?

The use of DIP to mean "leave" or "dodge" long pre-dates the digital era.

Example of DIP Used in a Text

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