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JIBS

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Jibs.

Jibs - as a noun

Any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fore-and-aft sail
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Jibs - as a verb

Refuse to comply

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balk10baulk11resist6

Shift from one side of the ship to the other

Example: "The sail jibbed wildly"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
change coursegybe10jibe13

Example Sentences

"He jibs at the idea of starting a new business."
"The horse jibs when the rider tries to mount."
"The dog jibs at going outside in the rain."
"She jibs at the thought of public speaking."
"He jibs at the suggestion of changing his routine."
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Word Game Points

Is JIBS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, jibs is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

JIBS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is JIBS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, jibs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
JIBS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is JIBS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, jibs is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
JIBS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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