Meaning of the word dribble in English

What does dribble mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dribble

US /ˈdrɪb.əl/

UK /ˈdrɪb.əl/

to let liquid or saliva flow from the mouth

Example:

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The baby started to dribble as soon as he saw the bottle.

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He was so tired he started to dribble in his sleep.

Synonym:

drool slaver drip trickle

to move a ball by kicking or pushing it along with slight touches

Example:

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He managed to dribble the ball past three defenders.

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The basketball player started to dribble down the court.

Synonym:

bounce tap push

a small flow or trickle of liquid

Example:

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There was a small dribble of water from the leaky faucet.

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A dribble of sauce ran down his chin.

Synonym:

trickle drip flow

an act of moving a ball by kicking or pushing it along with slight touches

Example:

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He made a brilliant dribble past two defenders.

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The coach praised his skillful dribble.

Synonym:

bounce tap maneuver

Related Word:

double dribble