Kibble
[kibl]
Definition
(noun.) an iron bucket used for hoisting in wells or mining.
(noun.) coarsely ground grain in the form of pellets (as for pet food).
Edited by Eva--From WordNet
Definition
(v. t.) To bruise; to grind coarsely; as, kibbled oats.
(n.) A large iron bucket used in Cornwall and Wales for raising ore out of mines.
Typed by Carolyn
Definition
n. the bucket of a draw-well.—n. Kibb′le-chain the chain for drawing up a bucket.
Inputed by Dan
Examples
- Mr Kibble, an unctuous broad man of few words and many mouthfuls, said, more briefly than pointedly, raising his ale to his lips: 'Same to you. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Mr Kibble had staggered up, with his lower jaw dropped, catching Potterson by the shoulder, and pointing to the half-door. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Show the Force the Six Jolly Fellowship Porters, and the Force--to a constable--will show you a piece of perfection, Mr Kibble. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- And Mr Kibble; ain't he Passenger, all over? Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
- Mr Jacob Kibble, I drink yours. Charles Dickens. Our Mutual Friend.
Edited by Barbie