drop-in

To drop in is defined as to come to visit or go to a place for only a brief period of time, often unexpectedly.

(verb)

An example of drop in is when you are in the neighborhood of an old friend and you decide to ring her bell and say hello.

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See drop-in in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. providing treatment, information, or other services to those who drop in without appointment or referral: a drop-in center for the homeless
  2. designed for easy insertion and immediate use: a drop-in film cartridge

noun

Informal a person who drops in: a restaurant welcoming drop-ins

See drop-in in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. One who casually drops in, as to visit or obtain an appointment.
  2. An informal social event.
adjective
Provided for short-term use: a drop-in center for runaways.

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