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dabbler
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dab·bler

noun \-b(ə-)lər\

Definition of DABBLER

: one that dabbles: as
a : one not deeply engaged in or concerned with something
b : a duck (as a mallard or shoveler) that feeds by dabbling —called also dabbling duck, puddle duck, river duck

Examples of DABBLER

  1. <he was a dabbler, learning the basics of many arts but mastering none>

First Known Use of DABBLER

1611

Related to DABBLER

Synonyms
amateur, dilettante, hobbyist, layman, nonexpert, nonprofessional, potterer, putterer, tinkerer
Antonyms
authority, expert, pro, professional, specialist
See Synonym Discussion at amateur

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