What Does ‘Drip’ Mean?
Drip is stylish, eye-catching clothing or an outfit with real flair.
Praise & hype noun
Examples of ‘Drip’ in a sentence
- “Those new sneakers have serious drip.”
- “He walked in with full drip.”
Where does ‘Drip’ come from?
It spread through hip-hop and social media, and Dictionary.com has an entry for it. The earlier origin is not firmly documented.
How to use it, and when not to
Compliment someone's style. Avoid commenting on bodies.
For parents and teachers
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe, a compliment about clothes.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Drip mean?
Drip is stylish, eye-catching clothing or an outfit with real flair.
Where does Drip come from?
It spread through hip-hop and social media, and Dictionary.com has an entry for it. The earlier origin is not firmly documented.
Is Drip OK to say around parents or teachers?
Fine around parents and teachers. Safe, a compliment about clothes.
How do you use Drip in a sentence?
Those new sneakers have serious drip. He walked in with full drip.
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Sources
Definition written by VibeDex. Slang changes quickly, so this is a snapshot. Last reviewed 2026-10-23.