bib
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bib, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A piece of cloth or plastic tied under a baby's chin to catch food and drink.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use bib
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
The verb "bib," meaning to drink heartily, came first — probably from Latin bibo, "to drink." The cloth-garment sense likely followed because a bib is worn while drinking and eating, or because it "drinks up" spills.
Full origin of bib →Frequently asked questions
What does “bib” mean?
The word “bib” means a piece of cloth or plastic tied under a baby's chin to catch food and drink. In plain terms, most commonly, the cloth or plastic covering babies wear at mealtimes.
How do you pronounce “bib”?
“Bib” is pronounced bihb (/bɪb/ in IPA).
How do you use “bib” in a sentence?
Here is “bib” used in a sentence: “She tucked a bib under the toddler's chin before dinner.”
What part of speech is “bib”?
Depending on how it is used, “bib” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “bib” come from?
The word “bib” comes from Latin. The verb "bib," meaning to drink heartily, came first — probably from Latin bibo, "to drink." The cloth-garment sense likely followed because a bib is worn while drinking and eating, or because it "drinks up" spills.
How many meanings does “bib” have?
“Bib” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of cloth or plastic tied under a baby's chin to catch food and drink.