dro
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Plural
droppers
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a small tube with a tapered tip used to dispense small amounts of liquid in a controlled manner
A dropper is a small tool used to transfer liquids in very small amounts, usually in the form of drops. It consists of a thin, flexible tube with a rubber bulb at one end. By squeezing the bulb, liquid is drawn into the tube, and by releasing it, the liquid is dispensed drop by drop. Droppers are commonly used in laboratories, medicine, and even in kitchens for tasks that require precise measurements of liquids, such as adding small amounts of chemicals, medicines, or food ingredients.
- The pharmacist used a dropper to measure and dispense medication into the patient's bottle.
- She carefully squeezed the dropper to release a single drop of essential oil into the diffuser.
- The scientist used a dropper to add a precise amount of indicator solution to the reaction mixture.
- He used a dropper to add food coloring to the icing, creating vibrant colors for the cake.
- The teacher demonstrated how to use a dropper to transfer small amounts of liquid during the science experiment.
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