The Collaborative International Dictionary of English. 2000.
dip-circle — dipˈ circle or dippˈing needle noun An instrument for determining magnetic dip • • • Main Entry: ↑dip … Useful english dictionary
Dip circle — Beside James Clark Ross is a dip circle designed by Robert Were Fox, and used by Ross to discover the magnetic south pole. Dip circles are used to measure the angle between the horizon and the Earth s magnetic field (the dip angle). They were… … Wikipedia
dip circle — /ˈdɪp sɜkəl/ (say dip serkuhl) noun → dip needle …
dip circle — noun a measuring instrument for measuring the angle of magnetic dip (as from an airplane) • Syn: ↑inclinometer • Topics: ↑airplane, ↑aeroplane, ↑plane • Hypernyms: ↑measuring instrument, ↑ … Useful english dictionary
DIP — may refer to: Contents 1 As a three letter acronym 1.1 In science and technology 1.1.1 In computer scie … Wikipedia
dip needle — /ˈdɪp nidl/ (say dip needl) noun an instrument for measuring dip (def. 27) consisting of a magnetised needle suspended on a horizontal pivot and a counter arm to control the sensitivity and position of the needle. Also, dip circle, dipping needle …
dip-bucket — dip bucket, circle see dip n. 11 … Useful english dictionary
Dip sector — Sector Sec tor, n. [L., properly, a cutter, fr. secare, sectum, to cut: cf. F. secteur. See {Section}.] 1. (Geom.) A part of a circle comprehended between two radii and the included arc. [1913 Webster] 2. A mathematical instrument, consisting of… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Dip (dance move) — A dip, in Salsa Dips are common to many dance forms (Tango, Lindy Hop, Salsa, Ballroom dances). Standard: The flyer usually balances herself. The flyer s body may be horizontal or vertical. There are many grips for bases. The base uses a one… … Wikipedia
Dip stitch (knitting) — In knitting, a dip stitch is made by knitting into a stitch (or even the space between stitches) of an earlier row. The most common type of dip stitch is to knit into the row below, which may be used for visual effect or to increase the number of … Wikipedia
