DRIBBLES Meaning and
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Dribbles, as a noun, refers to small drops or a liquid substance that falls or flows down in a continuous, intermittent, or uneven manner. It is commonly used to describe the action of a small amount of liquid, such as water or oil, falling in small or numerous drops. For example, you might experience water dribbles from a leaky faucet or dribbles of rain falling from the tip of an umbrella.
As a verb, to dribble means to let small drops or a liquid substance fall or flow down slowly and in a dispersed manner. This action is often associated with liquids like water, but can also encompass other substances. When applied to a person, it is often used to describe the act of unintentionally allowing small amounts of saliva or other fluids to fall from the mouth due to oral muscle movements. In sports like basketball or football, the verb to dribble refers to the action of bouncing and controlling the ball with short, repetitive taps, typically performed by the fingertips, to maintain possession while moving across the court or field.
Overall, dribbles can be attributed to liquids falling in small drops or dispersing in a slow, continuous manner or the action of controlling a ball in various sports through short, repetitive taps.
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Etymology of DRIBBLES
The word "dribbles" is derived from the Middle English word "driblen", which means "to fall in drops" or "to drip". It likely originated from the Old Norse word "dribill", meaning "flopping and shaking". Over time, the term "dribbles" has evolved to encompass various meanings, including narrow streams or pathways of liquid, small amounts of liquid falling or flowing irregularly, or even small amounts of urine being released involuntarily.
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Conjugate verb Dribbles
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