Crible

/ˈkrɪbəl/ noun

Definition

A sieve or riddle used in agriculture; variant spelling of cribble.

Etymology

From Old French 'crible,' derived from Latin 'cribrare' meaning to sift. An alternative spelling of 'cribble' used in some English-speaking regions.

Kelly Says

In printing, 'crible' also refers to a type of engraving technique that uses punched holes to create tonal effects—making the connection between sieving and creating patterns through holes.

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