Dip/dɪp/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/2Food Pairing Think of what food items commonly go well with the dip, like chips with salsa dip. Try the new garlic dip with breadsticks. Pro Tip 2/2Consistency 'Dip' usually implies a certain thickness, ideal for coating food. I prefer a thicker dip so that it sticks to the veggies.