Nubble
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnʌbəl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nubble is a noun meaning Alternative spelling of knubble (“small knob or lump”).
Meaning
Alternative spelling of knubble (“small knob or lump”).
More Meanings
- (obsolete) To beat or bruise with the fist.
Example Sentences
if his Master went an Hair's Breadth beyond his Duty, he was a Tyrant, that it was lawful for him to Nubble him
Harvey saw with disgust that there were no sheets on his bed-place. He was lying on a piece of dingy ticking full of lumps and nubbles.
Word Forms
- nubbles
- nubbling
- nubbled
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include knubble, knub, nubbin, knob, knoblet, knap.
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