bibbed; bibbing
Synonyms of bibnext
: drink

Examples of bib in a Sentence

the old professor has been known to bib on occasion
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Exchanging bibs with another marathoner has become more common while also carrying far-reaching consequences, Mann said. ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026 That means washing her bedding, clothing, and bibs in a solution that won’t cause irritation but can also handle tough stains. Pamela Brill, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026 Open the outside hose bibs to allow water to drain. Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 22 Jan. 2026 These bibs retain many of the features of the pricier bibs above. Nathan Allen, Travel + Leisure, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bib

Word History

Etymology

Middle English bibben

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bib was in the 14th century

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“Bib.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bib. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

bib

noun
ˈbib
1
: a cloth or plastic shield tied under a child's chin to protect the clothes
2
: the upper part of an apron or of overalls

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