1. refused to proceed or cooperate; balked
Usage: past tense of jib
2. moved restlessly or shifted position
Usage: nautical; past tense of jib

Examples

• The horse jibbed at the water jump and refused to continue.
• She jibbed at the suggestion of working overtime again.
• The old dog jibbed when asked to climb the steep stairs.
• He jibbed at paying such a high price for the repairs.
• The sail jibbed in the changing wind.
• The committee jibbed at approving the controversial proposal.