dropping

noun

drop·​ping ˈdrä-piŋ How to pronounce dropping (audio)
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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The episode culminates in a sprint to the limousine, overcoming hazards such as moving obstacles, water attacks and even pigeon droppings. Ed Meza, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025 Rodent droppings were found on the same shelf as pistachios and corn husks. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 13 Oct. 2025 The inspector noticed raw eggs and beef stored above the produce, organic matter on the ice chute and ice maker door, and rodent droppings in the dry storage area. Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025 There were mouse droppings in the bar seating area, in the office and behind a fridge. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2025 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.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dropping. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

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