Drip (noun / UK slang)
(Also heard as: Dripped out, Proper drip, Drippy)
Definition:
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Having top-tier style, expensive gear, or a well-coordinated outfit.
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An old-school British insult for a miserable, spineless person who spoils everyone’s mood.
Pronunciation: /drɪp/
Where It Comes From: The style meaning blew up through US rap culture—describing flashy diamonds and designer gear looking soaking wet—before grime and UK drill artists adopted it across London. Long before that, though, Brits were already using “drip” to describe someone boring, pathetic, or utterly wet.
How People Actually Use It: Two completely different situations. You drop it when someone turns up to a night out wearing a clean designer fit with fresh trainers. On the other hand, if an older workmate or relative calls someone a drip, they mean that bloke is completely useless and moans about everything.
Examples in the Wild:
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“Look at him tonight—full tracksuit, fresh creps, man’s got serious drip.”
Translation: “He’s dressed in a really sharp, stylish outfit.”
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“Stop being such a miserable drip and come out with us.”
Translation: “Cheer up, stop being so boring and join in.”
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“He spent his entire monthly wage on designer gear just for the drip.”
Translation: “He blew all his money on brand-name clothes to show off.”
Similar Slang: Garms, Fit, Swag, Steeze, Wet flannel (insult), Cold (praise)
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