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DABBLER
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I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Any of numerous shallow-water ducks that feed by upending and dabbling
Synonyms:
dabbler; dabbling duck
Classified under:
Hypernyms ("dabbler" is a kind of...):
duck (small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs)
Sense 2
Meaning:
An amateur who engages in an activity without serious intentions and who pretends to have knowledge
Synonyms:
dabbler; dilettante; sciolist
Classified under:
Hypernyms ("dabbler" is a kind of...):
amateur (someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime)
Derivation:
dabble (work with in an amateurish manner)