gribble

[ grib-uhl ]

noun

1. a small, marine isopod crustacean of the genus Limnoria that destroys submerged timber by boring into it.

gribble

/ ˈɡrɪbəl /

noun

1. any small marine isopod crustacean of the genus Limnoria, which bores into and damages wharves and other submerged wooden structures

Word History and Origins

Origin of gribble¹

First recorded in 1830–40; perhaps akin to grub

Word History and Origins

Origin of gribble¹

C19: perhaps related to grub

Example Sentences

When the new engine was put in, Gribble said, ‘Why, these little things will never get steam enough;’ everybody said so.

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Lewis Gribble, son of John, the old wagoner and tavern keeper.

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Mrs. J. Gribble junior was also hard at work on silk and gingham.

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Gribble junior did not think so; he positively glowed with delight.

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Gribble junior was not the only one who joined in the applause with spirit.

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