Meaning of the word dribbling in English

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

dribbling

US /ˈdrɪb.əl.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈdrɪb.əl.ɪŋ/

Noun

1.

the action of moving a ball by bouncing it or kicking it with short touches

Example:
His skillful dribbling allowed him to get past three defenders.
The coach emphasized the importance of good dribbling technique.
2.

the action of liquid or saliva falling in small drops

Example:
The constant dribbling from the leaky faucet was annoying.
The baby's constant dribbling meant we always had a bib on hand.