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fourble

adjective
four·ble | \ˈfōrbəl, ˈfȯr-\

Definition of fourble 

(Entry 1 of 2)

dialectal

: quadruple, fourfold

fourble

noun
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plural -s

Definition of fourble (Entry 2 of 2)

: a unit of pipe for drilling oil consisting of four lengths coupled together

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History and Etymology for fourble

Adjective

four entry 1 + -ble (as in double)

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