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Word History and Origins
Origin of nabla1
C19: from Greek nabla stringed instrument, because it is shaped like a harp
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Example Sentences
Nabla told her, and the woman said, "I'll spin the silk for you if you ask me to the wedding."
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He heard the mother beating and scolding, and Nabla crying and pleading within.
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When the Prince heard this he believed that she was one of Nabla's poor friends.
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Poor Nabla, in amazement, sat looking at the big heap of silk and the golden wheel.
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The King's son helped Nabla to a seat behind him on the horse's back and bidding adieu to the widow, rode off.
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