dipstick
/ˈdɪpstɪk/
noun
- A long, thin rod used to measure the level of a liquid, especially oil in a vehicle engine.
- Always check the dipstick when the engine is cool to get a proper measurement.
- He pulled out the dipstick to check the oil level before the long drive.
- The mechanic wiped the dipstick clean and inserted it again for an accurate reading.
- An informal, mildly insulting term for a foolish or clumsy person.
- Don't be such a dipstick — you put the milk in the cupboard instead of the fridge.
- Some dipstick parked right in front of the fire hydrant.
- He called me a dipstick after I tripped over my own feet.
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