dribbler

/ˈdrɪb.lər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who habitually dribbles an object, especially a basketball, in a manner that is considered unimpressive or annoying.

“The team’s star player was frustrated with his teammate, a clumsy dribbler who kept losing possession of the ball.”

2. noun

a person who plays the role of a dribbling goalkeeper in a game or practice.

“The coach set up a drill where the goalkeeper would be the dribbler and the other players would try to score on her.”

3. verb

to dribble (an object) in a manner that is considered unimpressive or annoying.

“The quarterback’s opponent was able to intercept the ball after the quarterback dribbled it on the ground for too long.”

Synonyms

  • ball handler
  • player

Antonyms

  • ball hog
  • show-off