Pipette: meaning, definitions and examples

Commonly used in a laboratory setting to measure and transfer small amounts of liquid accurately.

• The scientist used a pipette to transfer the solution into the test tube.
• Make sure to calibrate the pipette before you start the experiment.

Often used in medicine and everyday situations for administering small volumes of liquid, such as eye drops or essential oils.

• The doctor used a dropper to give the baby his medicine.
• Add a few drops of lavender oil to your bath using the dropper.

An alternative spelling of 'pipette,' primarily used in the same laboratory context.

• She carefully measured the reagent using a pipet.
• The laboratory technician cleaned the pipet after each use.