Definition of warble

competent Definition: (adjective) having the skill and knowledge needed for a particular task; capable Petersons.com

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warble fly >

war·ble ²    (wôrbl) KEY  

NOUN:

1. 1. An abscessed boillike swelling on the back of cattle, deer, and certain other animals, caused by the larva of a warble fly.
   2. The warble fly, especially in its larval stage.
2. A hard lump of tissue on a riding horse's back caused by rubbing of the saddle.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to obsolete Swedish varbulde

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