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Definitions for foible
ˈfɔɪ bəlfoible
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Princeton's WordNet
idiosyncrasy, foible, mannerismnoun
a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
foiblenoun
the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
Wiktionary
foiblenoun
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.
foiblenoun
A weakness or failing of character.
foiblenoun
Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.
foibleadjective
weak.
Etymology: (1640-50) From faible.
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
FOIBLEnoun
A weak side; a blind side; a failing.
Etymology: French.
He knew the foibles of human nature. John Freind, Hist. of Phys.
The witty men sometimes have sense enough to know their own foible, and therefore they craftily shun the attacks of argument. Isaac Watts, Logick.
Wikipedia
foible
This is a glossary of terms used in fencing.
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foible
A foible is a minor weakness, flaw, or peculiar trait in someone's character or behavior. It's typically not harmful or serious in nature and often contributes to the individual's unique personality.
Webster Dictionary
Foibleadjective
weak; feeble
Foiblenoun
a moral weakness; a failing; a weak point; a frailty
Foiblenoun
the half of a sword blade or foil blade nearest the point; -- opposed to forte
Etymology: [OF. foible. See Feeble.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Foible
foi′bl, n. a weak point in one's character: a failing. [O. Fr. foible, weak.]
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of foible in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of foible in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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