dri
bble
Plural
dribbles
1
a thin stream, trickle, or the gradual formation and falling of drops of liquid from a source
- After the storm a dribble of water ran along the windowsill.
- Clean the dribble of oil on the workbench before it stains the surface.
- A steady dribble from the leaky pipe suggested the seal needed replacing.
- He noticed a dribble of paint running down the canvas and corrected it.
- The faucet's slight dribble at night kept him awake with its soft tapping.
2
the controlled advancement of a ball by a player using repeated slight touches, kicks, or pushes to keep possession and move past opponents
A dribble is the act of a player controlling and moving the ball with small, quick touches while running in sports like basketball or soccer. It allows the player to keep possession of the ball while advancing toward the goal or setting up a play. In basketball, dribbling is done by bouncing the ball on the floor with one hand, while in soccer, it involves using the feet to guide the ball. Dribbling is a key skill for maintaining control and navigating around opponents.
- His tight dribble around the defender created space for a shot on goal.
- During practice she worked on changing pace on the dribble to beat markers.
- The coach told him to protect the ball on the dribble and wait for support.
- A poor first touch disrupted the dribble and turned possession over to the opposition.
- The winger's clever dribble down the flank set up the cross for the equalizer.
Synonyms:
3
saliva that flows slowly and involuntarily from the mouth
- There was a faint dribble at the corner of the toddler's mouth after his nap.
- He wiped the dribble from his chin before standing to speak.
- Cold and tired, the elderly dog had a small dribble while dozing by the fire.
- The dentist warned that certain medications can increase drooling and dribble.
- A nervous laugh turned into a dribble of saliva that embarrassed the speaker.