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grabble

Pronunciation: /ˈgrab(ə)l/
Definition of grabble

verb

[no object] archaic
  • 1feel or search with the hands; grope about.
  • 2sprawl or tumble on all fours.

Origin:

late 16th century: probably from Dutch grabbelen 'scramble for a thing', from Middle Dutch grabben (see grab)

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