Pronunciation

/pɛˈbl/

Definitions

Noun

• A small, rounded stone found on the ground, typically one that has been smoothed by water or weather.
• A small, insignificant thing or problem: “The pebble in the shoe caused her discomfort.”

Verb (informal)

• To throw or scatter pebbles: “The children were pebbling stones into the pond.”
• To pick up and move pebbles, often idly: “She pebbled along the riverbank, collecting smooth stones.”

Phrases

• “Collect pebbles” or “Gather pebbles”
• “Throw a pebble at someone” (playfully or as a gesture)
• “Pebble the path” (scatter pebbles to create a trail)

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The child carefully placed a pebble on the shore as a landmark.”
• Verb: “After a long day, she enjoyed pebbling her way home along the beach.”
• Informal: “He pebbled a greeting at his friend across the street.”

Synonyms (for the noun)

• Pebblestone
• Cobblestone
• Gravel
• Pebble-like object

Synonyms (informal verb)

• Scatter pebbles
• Toss pebbles
• Drop pebbles