verb, noun — 6 senses
/dɹuːl/ · SC /dɹʉl/
Etymology From earlier drule, apparently a corruption of drivel (compare snool from snivel). Compare also Middle English drullen (“to stagger, drool”), Dutch druilen (“to be listless, snooze”).
Ambitransitive To secrete saliva, especially in anticipation of food.
Ambitransitive To secrete any substance in a similar way.
Figuratively, Informal To react to something with uncontrollable desire.
To talk nonsense; drivel.
Etymology From earlier drule, apparently a corruption of drivel (compare snool from snivel). Compare also Middle English drullen (“to stagger, drool”), Dutch druilen (“to be listless, snooze”).
Usually Saliva trickling from the mouth.
Colloquial, Usually Stupid talk.
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