DOPPING Meaning and
Definition
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Dopping is a term that has various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In the field of sports, particularly in cycling or athletics, dopping refers to the illegal act of using performance-enhancing drugs or substances to gain an unfair advantage over competitors. These substances can include steroids, hormones, or stimulants that increase endurance, strength, or speed, leading to improved athletic performance. Dopping is strictly prohibited and is considered unethical and against the principles of fair play in sports.
In another context, dopping may also refer to a technique used in gemstone cutting and polishing. Dopping in this sense involves attaching a gemstone to a dop stick or a dop pot using adhesive wax or dop cement. This allows gemstone cutters to hold and manipulate the stone while shaping and polishing it. By securely attaching the gemstone to a dop, lapidaries can control its position, angle, and movements while applying various techniques to enhance its beauty and brilliance. Dopping is an essential process in the craft of gemstone cutting and is widely used by lapidaries worldwide.
Overall, whether referring to the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports or the techniques used in gemstone cutting, dopping involves a form of manipulation or enhancement that is deemed illegal or unethical in the respective fields.
Etymology of DOPPING
The word "dopping" has multiple meanings, so its etymology may vary depending on the specific context. Here are a few possibilities:
1. In the context of gemstone cutting: The term "dopping" in gemstone cutting refers to the process of securing a gemstone to a stick or dop stick for manipulation and polishing. This sense of the word likely comes from the Dutch term "dop", which means a plug or stopper. It is related to the modern Dutch word "dopen", which means to dip or immerse.
2. In the context of dog grooming: "Dopping" can also refer to the technique of shaping and styling a dog's coat using a variety of grooming tools. The etymology of this usage is unclear, as it seems to be a specialized term within the dog grooming community.
Conjugate verb Dopping
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