First Known Use: 1789
Dictionary
1nix
noun \ˈniks\
2nix
verb
: to refuse to accept or allow (something) : to say no to (something, such as a suggestion or plan)
Full Definition of NIX
transitive verb
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First Known Use of NIX
circa 1903
3nix
adverb
Definition of NIX
: no —used to express disagreement or the withholding of permission —often used with on <they said nix on our plan>
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First Known Use of NIX
1902
4nix
noun
Definition of NIX
: a water sprite of Germanic folklore
Origin of NIX
German, from Old High German nihhus; akin to Old English nicor water monster and perhaps to Greek nizein to wash
First Known Use: 1833
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