dipsy

/ˈdɪpsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is habitually or pathologically thirsty; an excessive drinker.

“The dipsy had to be constantly hydrated throughout the day.”

2. noun

A fishhook with two hooks, used for catching fish in the same spot.

“The fisherman used a dipsy to catch several fish.”

3. adjective

Having or characterized by dipsy eyes, meaning a condition in which the pupils appear to be dilated.

“He had dipsy eyes from staying up too late the night before.”

Synonyms

  • drinker
  • hook
  • lure
  • thirsty

Antonyms

  • alert
  • teetotaler
  • thirstless
  • wide-eyed