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Definitions for dipstick
ˈdɪpˌstɪkdip·stick

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. dipsticknoun

    a graduated rod dipped into a container to indicate the fluid level

Wiktionary

  1. dipsticknoun

    A stick or rod used to measure the depth of a liquid. Often used to check the level at which a liquid in an opaque or inaccessible tank or reservoir stands; gauge.

    I haven't checked the oil level of my car's motor since I lost the dipstick three months ago.

  2. dipsticknoun

    A penis.

  3. dipsticknoun

    A useless person.

  4. dipsticknoun

    A dipshit.

  5. dipsticknoun

    A person of inferior intellect or, more accurately, someone who makes an action that would imply this.

    That referee is a right dipstick.

Wikipedia

  1. Dipstick

    A dipstick is one of several measurement devices. Some dipsticks are dipped into a liquid to perform a chemical test or to provide a measure of quantity of the liquid. Since the late 20th century, a flatness/levelness measuring device trademarked "Dipstick" has been used to produce concrete and pavement surface profiles and to help establish profile measurement standards in the concrete floor and paving industries.

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  1. dipstick

    A dipstick is a tool or device used to measure the quantity or quality of a particular substance, often a liquid, or used to check the level of fluid in a particular system or container. It is typically a strip or rod marked with a scale or standard indicators and is immersed into the substance for assessment. For instance, it can be used to check the oil level in an engine. It can also be a standard test or procedure, especially a simple or basic one to quickly measure proficiency or qualifications.

Wikidata

  1. Dipstick

    A dipstick is one of several measurement devices. Some dipsticks are dipped into a liquid to perform a chemical test or to provide a measure of quantity of the liquid. Since the late 20th century, a flatness/levelness measuring device trademarked "Dipstick" has been used to produce concrete and pavement surface profiles and to help establish profile measurement standards in the concrete floor and paving industries.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of dipstick in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of dipstick in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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