Kibble (Noun)
Meaning 1
Coarsely ground grain in the form of pellets (as for pet food).
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The dog's bowl was filled with a mix of kibble and wet food for a nutritious meal.
- She poured some kibble into her cat's bowl, watching as it eagerly began to eat.
- The pet store offered a wide variety of kibble flavors to cater to different tastes and dietary needs.
- The veterinarian recommended switching to a high-fiber kibble to help manage the dog's digestive issues.
- The bag of kibble had been left open, attracting a swarm of ants to the kitchen counter.
Meaning 2
An iron bucket used for hoisting in wells or mining.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The kibble was attached to the rope, carefully lowering the miner down into the depths of the mine.
- As the rope unwound, the kibble splashed into the well, its iron bucket open and ready to collect water.
- In the old mine, the rusty kibble hung motionless, a relic of a bygone era.
- A team of engineers designed a new kibble system for the mine, one that would be safer and more efficient.
- The well's kibble was worn and creaky, its metal groaning in protest as it was lifted up and down.