3. (Mining) A framework of timbers and plank backing for a shaft lining, to prevent caving, percolation of water, etc.
4. A vicious habit of a horse; crib- biting. The horse lays hold of the crib or manger with his teeth and draws air into the stomach with a grunting sound.
Crib"-bit`ing (kr?b"b?t`?ng), n. Same as Cribbing, 4.
Crib"ble (kr?b"b'l), n. [F. crible, LL. criblus sieve, fr. L. cribrum.] 1. A coarse sieve or screen.