First Known Use: circa 1876
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nubby
adjective nub·by \ˈnə-bē\
nub·bi·ernub·bi·est
Definition of NUBBY
1
: having or being like nubbles
2
: having nubs <a nubby knit fabric>
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Origin of NUBBY
nub + 1-y
NUBBY Defined for Kids
nubby
adjective nub·by \ˈnə-bē\
nub·bi·ernub·bi·est
Definition of NUBBY for Kids
: having small knobs or lumps <nubby tires>
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