How to Pronounce "gribble"
word
ˈɡɹɪbəɫ
GRIB-uhl
ɡɹˈɪbəl
GRIB-uhl
Definition
A gribble is a tiny marine crustacean that lives in the sea and is known for boring into and eating wood, such as the wood of piers and boats.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹɪbəɫ
British English
ɡɹˈɪbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRIB-uhl
UK
GRIB-uhl
Listen in Context
A gribble is a small sea creature that eats wood.
The old pier was damaged by gribbles.
Scientists study gribbles to learn how they digest wood.
If you see tiny holes in wooden docks, gribbles might be the reason.