First Known Use: circa 1700
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1nob
noun \ˈnäb\
Definition of NOB
1
: head 1
2
: a jack of the same suit as the starter in cribbage that scores one point for the holder —usually used in the phrases his nob or his nobs
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Origin of NOB
probably alteration of knob
2nob
noun
Definition of NOB
chiefly British : one in a superior position in life
Origin of NOB
perhaps from 1nob
First Known Use: 1703
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