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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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of gribble1

First recorded in 1830–40; perhaps akin to grub
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Word History and Origins

Origin of gribble1

C19: perhaps related to grub
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Example Sentences

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

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

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

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

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

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