Jib

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Jib

Symbol

ISO 639-3 language code for Jibu.

Noun

A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.

Verb

To shift, or swing around, as a sail, boom, yard, etc., as in tacking.

Noun

The projecting arm of a crane.
A crane used for mounting and moving a video camera.
An object that is used for performing tricks while skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, in-line skating, or biking. These objects are usually found in a terrain park or skate park.
A person's face.

Verb

To stop and refuse to go forward (usually of a horse).
To stop doing something, to become reluctant to proceed with an activity.

Noun

One who jibs or balks, refusing to continue forward.
A stationary condition; a standstill.

Noun

Crystal meth.

Noun

The mouth, sometimes particularly the tongue, underlip, or tooth.
"They needa’ watch they jibs."

Noun

A first-year student at the University of Dublin.

Anagrams of Jib

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Rhyming Words

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Related Words

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