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dipstick
The technical sense of this word is neutral and purely descriptive, used primarily in automotive and mechanical contexts. It refers to the physical tool used for fluid measurement.
In contrast, the slang usage is derogatory and informal. Calling someone a dipstick suggests a specific kind of clumsiness or lack of intelligence, often implying that the person is a "numbskull" or an idiot. This usage is more common in British English and carries a tone of mild to moderate ridicule rather than intense hatred.
Meanings
Examples
Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean before checking the oil level.
I can not believe that dipstick forgot to lock the front door.
The mechanic inserted the dipstick into the engine to verify the lubricant volume.
Who is that absolute dipstick trying to park in a handicap spot?
Check the dipstick to see if you need to add more oil before the long trip.
He looked like a total dipstick standing there with his shirt inside out.
The oil level on the dipstick was well below the minimum mark.
I must have been a real dipstick to think that plan would actually work.