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English

Etymology

(1640-50) From French faible (“‘feeble’”).

Pronunciation

Adjective

foible (comparative more foible, superlative most foible)

Positive foible

Comparative more foible

Superlative most foible
  1. (obsolete) weak.

Noun

Singular foible

Plural foibles

foible (plural foibles)

  1. A quirk, idiosyncrasy, or mannerism; unusual habit or way (usage is typically plural), that is slightly strange or silly.
    Try to look past his foibles and see the friendly fellow underneath.
  2. A weakness or failing of character.
  3. (fencing) Part of a sword between the middle and the point, weaker than the forte.

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