Definition

Noun: A person who lets saliva or other liquid flow uncontrollably from the mouth; a person who dribbles.

Usage

The word "slobberer" is a noun used to describe a person, typically in a critical or descriptive manner, who cannot control their saliva, causing it to drip from the mouth. It often implies a lack of neatness or control.

Examples

• The messy eater was such a slobberer that he always needed a napkin.
• In the context of the reference, "that baby is a dribbler" equates to calling the baby a slobberer.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used metaphorically to describe someone who shows excessive, clumsy, or uncontrolled enthusiasm, though this is less common.
  • He was a slobberer over the latest gadgets, buying every new model without thought.

Variants and Related Words

• Slobber (verb): To let saliva or liquid run from the mouth.
  • The dog will slobber all over you if you pet him.
• Slobbery (adjective): Covered with or characterized by slobber.
  • He gave her a slobbery kiss.

Synonyms

• Dribbler: A person or thing that dribbles. (This is the direct synonym from the reference context).
• Drooler: A person who drools.
• Driveller: A person who talks nonsense or drools (archaic).

Notes on Meaning

The word carries a negative connotation and is often considered impolite when used directly to describe a person. It is more commonly used for animals (like dogs) or very young children who cannot yet control their bodily functions.

Noun

1. a person who dribbles; he needs a bib"
   • that baby is a dribbler