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Dictionary: Dibber

Dibber

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

English: /ˈdɪb.ər/ (British), /ˈdɪb.ɚ/ (American)

Definitions

  • A pointed wooden or metal tool used to make holes in the soil for planting seeds or seedlings.

Usage Examples

  • "She used a dibber to make holes in the garden for the new tomato plants."
  • "A wooden dibber is a simple yet effective tool for sowing seeds."

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word "dibben," meaning to poke or thrust, related to "dab" or "dip."

Synonyms

  • Dibble
  • Planting stick
  • Seed hole maker

Antonyms

  • None (as it is a specific tool)

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Punzón de jardinería /punˈθon de xaɾdiˈneɾi.a/
French Dibber /di.bɛʁ/
German Pflanzholz /ˈpflants.hɔlts/
Hindi बोने की छड़ी /bo.ne ki ʧʰə.ɽi/
Tamil நட்டம் செய்யும் கருவி /naṭṭam seyum karuvi/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /ˈdɪb.ər/

American English: /ˈdɪb.ɚ/

Historical Usage

Dibbers have been used in agriculture and gardening for centuries, dating back to medieval times when they were crafted from wood or bone.

Cultural Nuances

In traditional European gardening, dibbers are an essential tool for precise seed planting, especially in vegetable and herb gardens.

More Information

The dibber remains an important gardening tool, with modern versions made of wood, plastic, or metal. Some variations include a T-handled dibber for ease of use, while others have depth markers to ensure uniform planting.


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