Dibs

/dɪbz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small amount of something, often used informally to refer to an entitlement.

He has dibs on the last slice of pizza since he bought it.

A fun or informal expression used to indicate priority or right to something.

She called dibs on the next game of Monopoly.

A claim to ownership or right to use something.

I called dibs on the front seat before anyone else had the chance.

Origin unknown; possibly from 'dib' used in a similar sense in children's games.

call dibs

to declare a claim to something before anyone else does.

dibs on

to assert a right to ownership of something.

claim

to assert ownership or right to something.

reserve

to hold for future use or to keep something back.

ownership

the state or fact of possessing something.

A way to express a claim for something, typically in a playful manner.

I get dibs on the last cookie!

An informal term used among friends to stake a claim.

He called dibs on the concert tickets.