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foible


Noun

foible (plural foibles)


  1. A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
    Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath.
  2. A weakness or failing of character.
  3. (fencing) Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.
Adjective

foible (comparative more foible, superlative most foible)


  1. (obsolete) weak.

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