drop in

The term "drop in" is versatile and used in various contexts, often implying an informal or unplanned action.

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Definition

B1General

(informal)To visit someone or a place without prior notice or appointment.

Example

Feel free to drop in any time you're in the neighborhood.
She dropped in to see her old friends.

B2Services

(noun)A service or facility that can be used without an appointment.

Example

The clinic offers a drop-in service for vaccinations.
Drop-in centers provide support for those in need.

C1Surfing

(technical, sport)To take a wave that another surfer is already riding.

Example

He got angry when someone dropped in on his wave.
Dropping in is considered bad etiquette in surfing.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "drop in":

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