dribble

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid
  2. noun saliva spilling from the mouth
  3. noun the propulsion of a ball by repeated taps or kicks

Etymology

From drib + -le (frequentative suffix).

In classic literature

Synonyms

drip, trickle

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