dropping

noun

drop·​ping ˈdrä-piŋ How to pronounce dropping (audio)
Synonyms of droppingnext
1
: something dropped
2
droppings plural : dung

Examples of dropping in a Sentence

the only bad part about owning a rabbit was cleaning the droppings out of the litter box every night the dropping of an act from the talent show should bring it in on time
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Leaves that yellow before dropping and soft, mushy stems are signs of overwatering. Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 11 Apr. 2026 Look for signs of rodents, Nichols advises, such as droppings, holes in the insulation, or noises in or around your home. Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 11 Apr. 2026 Stay Mindful For many, the kitchen is the dropping zone for groceries, household necessities, mail, and possibly even backpacks and outerwear. Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026 Rodent droppings were found at Sugary Bliss N Brew, 694 Alta Mere Drive in Fort Worth. Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dropping

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of dropping was in the 14th century

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“Dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/dropping. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.

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