dib

[ dib ]

verb (used without object)

, dibbed, dib·bing.

1. to fish by letting the bait bob lightly on the water.

dib

/ dɪb /

verb

1. intr to fish by allowing the bait to bob and dip on the surface

Word History and Origins

Origin of dib¹

1600–10; expressive word akin to dab ¹, dip ¹, bob ¹, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dib¹

C17: perhaps alteration of dab ¹

Example Sentences

The 15-year-old boy’s lawyer Ahmed Dib had applied for bail Wednesday in the Parramatta Children’s Court, arguing there were exceptional circumstances that required his client’s release.

From Seattle Times

Later, the boy’s lawyer, Dib, told reporters he would apply for bail to the New South Wales state Supreme Court.

From Seattle Times

The documents Dib had submitted as evidence of his client’s special circumstances showed the boy had a history of behavioral issues, lacked confidence and had low self-esteem.

From Seattle Times

The 15-year-old’s lawyer, Ahmed Dib, argued in the Parramatta Children’s Court that Magistrate James Viney should allow his client to be released on bail due to exceptional circumstances.

From Seattle Times

Dib tendered a bundle of documents including an affidavit from the boy’s mother, school report cards and a psychological report.

From Seattle Times