cribbing

cribbing is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] The act of inclosing or confining in a crib or in close quarters.

[2] Purloining; stealing; plagiarizing. [Colloq.]

[3] A framework of timbers and plank backing for a shaft lining, to prevent caving, percolation of water, etc.

[4] A vicious habit of a horse; crib-biting. The horse lays hold of the crib or manger with his teeth and draws air into the stomach with a grunting sound.

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