What does "dropt" mean?

Obsolete spelling of dropped; simple past and past participle of drop.

What is a synonym for "dropt"?

Common synonyms include: dip, dismiss, dribble, drop curtain, fall, fell.

Dropt

verb

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Verb

1
Obsolete spelling of dropped; simple past and past participle of drop. alt-of, obsolete
"Sir John had dropt hints of past injuries and disappointments, which justified her belief of his being an unfortunate man, and she regarded him with respect and compassion."

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dip dismiss dribble drop curtain fall fell

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"Sir John had dropt hints of past injuries and disappointments, which justified her belief of his being an unfortunate man, and she regarded him with respect and compassion."

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