What does DRIBS mean?

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Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

  • a small quantity of liquid that falls or flows in drops; a small amount of something;
  • the act of dripping.

Pronunciations:

  • US: /drɪbz/
  • UK: /drɪbz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dribs" is believed to have originated from the Middle English word "dribben" which means "to fall in drops". It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in modern English to describe a small quantity of liquid that falls or flows in drops or a small amount of something.

Synonyms:

  • drop
  • trickle
  • drizzle
  • splash
  • sprinkle

Related Words:

  • brisk
  • cribs
  • cries
  • drabs
  • drags

Example Sentences:

  • The rain came down in dribs and drabs throughout the day.
  • He only ate a few dribs of his meal, leaving the rest untouched.
  • The faucet was dripping, leaving small dribs of water on the counter.


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