Definition of drop

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Drop (n.) Whatever is arranged to drop, hang, or fall from an elevated position; also, a contrivance for lowering something.

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Droplight :: Droplight (n.) An apparatus for bringing artificial light down from a chandelier nearer to a table or desk; a pendant.
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Eavesdropper :: Eavesdropper (n.) One who stands under the eaves, or near the window or door of a house, to listen; hence, a secret listener..
Dropsies :: Dropsies (pl. ) of Drops.
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Weep :: Weep (v. i.) To drop water, or the like; to drip; to be soaked..
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