drip
UK: /drɪp/ | US: /drɪp/
n. a small drop of liquid
vi. to fall or let fall in drops
vt. to let liquid fall in drops
adj. (slang) stylish, excellent (modern informal usage)
The word "drip" originates from Old English dryppan, meaning "to fall in drops," derived from Proto-Germanic drupjaną. It is closely related to "drop," both sharing the core idea of liquid falling in small quantities. The modern slang sense ("stylish") emerged in the 20th century, likely influenced by the metaphorical imagery of something so cool it "drips" with appeal.
Water began to drip from the leaky faucet.
She held the umbrella to avoid the drips from the trees.
The doctor instructed him to drip the medicine slowly into his eyes.
His new outfit is pure drip—everyone complimented him.
The cave walls were wet, with constant drips echoing in the silence.