Dictionary

rock–ribbed

adjective \ˈräk-ˈribd\

Definition of ROCK-RIBBED

1
:  1rocky 1
2
:  firm and inflexible in doctrine or integrity <a rock–ribbed conservative community — John Hale>
ADVERTISEMENT

First Known Use of ROCK-RIBBED

1776

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: rock riverPrevious Word in the Dictionary: rock ratAll Words Near: rock-ribbed
ADVERTISEMENT
How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.
Test your vocab with our fun, fast game
Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears