Synonyms for dribble

Synonyms for (noun) dribble

Synonyms: dribble, dribbling

Definition: the propulsion of a ball by repeated taps or kicks

Similar words: actuation, propulsion

Definition: the act of propelling


Synonyms: slobber, dribble, drivel, drool

Definition: saliva spilling from the mouth

Similar words: spit, spittle, saliva

Definition: a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches


Synonyms: trickle, dribble, drip

Definition: flowing in drops; the formation and falling of drops of liquid

Usage: there's a drip through the roof

Similar words: flow, flowing

Definition: the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)


Synonyms for (verb) dribble

Synonyms: slabber, slaver, slobber, dribble, drivel, drool

Definition: let saliva drivel from the mouth

Usage: The baby drooled

Similar words: salivate

Definition: produce saliva

Usage: We salivated when he described the great meal


Synonyms: dribble, carry

Definition: propel, "Carry the ball"

Usage: dribble the ball

Similar words: hit

Definition: cause to move by striking

Usage: hit a ball


Synonyms: dribble, drip, drop

Definition: let or cause to fall in drops

Usage: dribble oil into the mixture

Similar words: pour

Definition: cause to run

Usage: pour water over the floor


Synonyms: trickle, dribble, filter

Definition: run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream

Usage: water trickled onto the lawn from the broken hose; reports began to dribble in

Similar words: flow, feed, course, run

Definition: move along, of liquids

Usage: Water flowed into the cave; the Missouri feeds into the Mississippi


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