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

the action of liquid or saliva falling in small drops

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