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bibb

American  
[bib] / bɪb /

noun

  1. Nautical. any of several brackets or timbers bolted to the hounds of a mast to give additional support to the trestletrees.

  2. Plumbing. bibcock.

bibb British  
/ bɪb /

noun

  1. nautical a wooden support on a mast for the trestletrees

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Etymology

Origin of bibb

First recorded in 1770–80; respelling of bib

Example Sentences

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He puts out sliced tomatoes in season, and always lettuce, either Bibb or iceberg.

From The Wall Street Journal

Adjusting his uniform, Rory Bibb glanced in the mirror before setting off to start his new job.

From BBC

I’d expect the widely seen third season to at least equal that and possibly exceed it if voters go with Bibb.

From Los Angeles Times

As she approached the podium to make her speech, she handed off a dish of fruit to her “The White Lotus” Season 3 co-star, Leslie Bibb.

From Salon

“I love you, Leslie,” Posey began, taking the oblong-shaped trophy from Bibb and trading her for the little bowl of produce.

From Salon

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