name
Meaning 1
A surname from Arabic.
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Standard Lemma guide
dib
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Pronunciation
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noun
Meaning 2
A dibber (gardening tool).
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noun
Meaning 3
One of the small bones in the knee joints of sheep uniting the bones above and below the joints.
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noun
Meaning 4
Abbreviation of diffuse interstellar band.
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Usage: abbreviation, alt-of
Qualifier: spectroscopy
Topics: astronomy, natural-sciences
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noun
Meaning 5
Abbreviation of device-independent bitmap.
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Usage: abbreviation, alt-of
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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verb
Meaning 6
To dig a hole by poking; especially, to dig a small hole in soil for the purpose of planting a bulb or seed.
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Synonyms: dibble
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verb
Meaning 7
To move in a rapid, cautious manner; especially, with movement like a mouse or rat.
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verb
Meaning 8
Alternative form of dyb.
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Usage: alt-of, alternative
Qualifier: scouting
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History
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic ذئب (ḏiʔb, “wolf”).
Variation of dip and/or dab.