Associations to the word «Dibble»

Wiktionary

DIBBLE, noun. A pointed implement used to make holes in the ground in which to set out plants or to plant seeds.
DIBBLE, verb. To make holes, or plant seeds, using a dibble.
DIBBLE, verb. To dib or dip frequently, as in angling.
DIBBLE, noun. (slang) The police.
DIBBLE, proper noun. A patronymic surname​.

Dictionary definition

DIBBLE, noun. A wooden hand tool with a pointed end; used to make holes in the ground for planting seeds or bulbs.
DIBBLE, verb. Plant with a wooden hand tool; "dibble Spring bulbs".
DIBBLE, verb. Make a hole with a wooden hand tool; "dibble the ground".

Wise words

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