* Dip (as in a food item): This is the most common and general noun form.
* Example: "I love to eat chips with dip."
* Dipping (as an action): This is less common but still acceptable.
* Example: "The dipping of bread into the sauce was a delight."
* Dips (plural of "dip"): Used to refer to multiple types of dips.
* Example: "There were several dips to choose from at the party."
The best choice will depend on the specific sentence and the intended meaning.