drop a dime
The term "drop a dime" originated from the era of payphones, where making a call cost a dime. It has evolved to have various meanings, primarily in American slang.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, slang)To make a phone call.
Example
- I'll drop a dime and let them know we're on our way.
C1Law Enforcement
(informal, slang)To inform the authorities about someone's illegal activities.
Example
- He decided to drop a dime on his accomplice to avoid a harsher sentence.
C1Sports
(informal, sports)To make an accurate pass in sports like basketball or football.
Example
- The quarterback dropped a dime to the receiver in the end zone.
Similar
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