Dibble

/ˈdɪb(ə)l/ noun verb

A pointed implement used to make holes in the ground in which to set out plants or to plant seeds.

What it means

  1. (noun) A pointed implement used to make holes in the ground in which to set out plants or to plant seeds.
  2. (verb) To make holes or plant seeds using, or as if using, a dibble.
  3. (verb) To use a dibble; to make holes in the soil.
  4. (verb) To dib or dip frequently, as in angling.
  5. (noun) (originally Manchester) A police officer.
  6. (noun) (originally Manchester) Preceded by the: the police. “Watch out, lads! Here comes the dibble!”

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Letter analysis

  • Dibble contains 6 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 5 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 1.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 11.

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What does Dibble mean?

A pointed implement used to make holes in the ground in which to set out plants or to plant seeds.

How many letters are in Dibble?

Dibble has 6 letters.

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