Synonyms for dabble

Synonyms for (verb) dabble

Synonyms: dabble

Definition: bob forward and under so as to feed off the bottom of a body of water

Usage: dabbling ducks

Similar words: bob

Definition: move up and down repeatedly

Usage: her rucksack bobbed gently on her back


Synonyms: dabble

Definition: dip a foot or hand briefly into a liquid

Similar words: souse, dunk, dip, douse, plunge

Definition: immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate

Usage: dip the garment into the cleaning solution; dip the brush into the paint


Synonyms: smatter, play around, dabble

Definition: work with in an amateurish manner

Usage: She dabbles in astronomy; He plays around with investments but he never makes any money

Similar words: occupy, busy

Definition: keep busy with

Usage: She busies herself with her butterfly collection


Synonyms: dabble, paddle, splash around

Definition: play in or as if in water, as of small children

Similar words: play

Definition: be at play; be engaged in playful activity; amuse oneself in a way characteristic of children

Usage: The kids were playing outside all day; I used to play with trucks as a little girl


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