nubble
a small lump or piece.
a small knob or protuberance.
Origin of nubble
1Words Nearby nubble
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How to use nubble in a sentence
But the jest did not cheer the gloom of the marooned on Cod Lead nubble.
The Skipper and the Skipped | Holman DayTen minutes later a rival blaze mounted to the heavens from a distant part of Cod Lead nubble.
The Skipper and the Skipped | Holman Day"Uncommon fash'nubble et makes the beach look, sir, a'ready," added Peter.
The Astonishing History of Troy Town | Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-CouchHe's fash'nubble, o' cou'se; but very conformable, considerin'—very conformable.
The Astonishing History of Troy Town | Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-CouchA round nubble about 14 mile in diameter, of sharp, rocky bottom having about 40 fathoms over it.
Fishing Grounds of the Gulf of Maine | Walter H. Rich
British Dictionary definitions for nubble
/ (ˈnʌbəl) /
a small lump
Origin of nubble
1Derived forms of nubble
- nubbly, adjective
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