Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy

Dib; Dibby Dab

A common name (mainly used by members of the Engineering branch) given as an insult to members of other trades. It was originally a name given to an Ordinary Seaman Stokers who's only job in the Engine Room or Boiler Room was to wipe up oil leaks off the deck.

Added: 2014-11-01 Last modified: 2014-11-01