Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drool

verb
/druːl/
Definition
To let saliva spill from the mouth.
Examples
  • He couldn’t help but drool when he saw the delicious cake.
  • The tired baby began to drool as he fell asleep.
  • It was embarrassing to drool during the meeting while trying to concentrate.
Meaning
Drooling refers to the act of saliva flowing outside of the mouth, often involuntarily, and is commonly associated with being overly hungry or in a state of sleep.
Synonyms
  • Salivate
  • Slobber
  • Dribble