dribble meaning and definition

DRIBBLE noun

Definition of dribble (noun)

1. flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid
   • "there's a drip through the roof"
   • synonyms: drip, trickle
2. saliva spilling from the mouth
   • synonyms: drivel, drool, slobber
3. the propulsion of a ball by repeated taps or kicks
   • synonyms: dribbling

DRIBBLE verb

Definition of dribble (verb)

1. run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
   • "water trickled onto the lawn from the broken hose"; "reports began to dribble in"
   • synonyms: filter, trickle
2. let or cause to fall in drops
   • "dribble oil into the mixture"
   • synonyms: drip, drop
3. propel
   • "Carry the ball"; "dribble the ball"
   • synonyms: carry
4. let saliva drivel from the mouth
   • "The baby drooled"
   • synonyms: drivel, drool, slabber, slaver, slobber