The Clue
Unpleasant company (5 letter answer)
The Answer
DRIPS
Tags
Notes
The answer DRIPS is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
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Definition
DRIP as a noun:
1. (drip, trickle, dribble) = flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid; "there's a drip through the roof"
2. (drip, dripping) = the sound of a liquid falling drop by drop; "the constant sound of dripping irritated him"
3. (drip, drip mold, drip mould) = (architecture) a projection from a cornice or sill designed to protect the area below from rainwater (as over a window or doorway)
DRIP as a verb:
1. fall in drops; "Water is dripping from the faucet"
2. (dribble, drip, drop) = let or cause to fall in drops; "dribble oil into the mixture"