fourble

1 of 2

adjective

four·​ble

ˈfōrbəl,

ˈfȯr-

dialectal

: quadruple, fourfold

fourble

2 of 2

noun

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plural -s

: a unit of pipe for drilling oil consisting of four lengths coupled together

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

four entry 1 + -ble (as in double)

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