jabble

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verb

jab·​ble
ˈjabəl
-ed/-ing/-s

transitive verb

British : agitate, splash
jabbled coffee on his saucerMichael McLaverty

intransitive verb

British : to break in small waves : ripple

jabble

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noun

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plural -s
1
British : an agitation on the surface of water : splashing, dashing, rippling, choppiness
2
British : a mental or emotional agitation or turmoil

Word History

Etymology

Verb

imitative

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“Jabble.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jabble. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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