: one that dabbles: such as. a : one not deeply engaged in or concerned with something. b : a duck (such as a mallard or shoveler) that feeds by dabbling.

Is dabbler a word?

Frequently Asked Questions About dabbler

Some common synonyms of dabbler are amateur, dilettante, and tyro. While all these words mean "a person who follows a pursuit without attaining proficiency or professional status," dabbler suggests desultory habits of work and lack of persistence.

Who is the dabbler?

/ˈdæb.lɚ/ someone who takes a slight and not very serious interest in a subject, or tries a particular activity for a short period: They are dabblers in African music rather than experts. I'm not a real painter - just a dabbler. See.