nubble

[ nuhb-uhl ]

noun

1. a small lump or piece.
2. a small knob or protuberance.

nubble

/ ˈnʌbəl /

noun

1. a small lump

Derived Forms

• ˈnubbly, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of nubble¹

1810–20; nub + -le (diminutive suffix)

Word History and Origins

Origin of nubble¹

C19: diminutive of nub

Example Sentences

When I help her to the toilet, I feel the nubbles of her spine, the tender wings of her shoulders.

From Salon

Experts told me the ideal candidates are those who are already reasonably fit, exercise regularly, eat sensibly and just want to address an unwanted nubble here or there.

From New York Times

Delicate smells were drifting by, The sharp nose flaired them heedfully: Partridges in the clover stubble, Crouched in a ring for the stoat to nubble.

From Project Gutenberg

That little nubble almost west, sticking up so black against the sunset's Seal Island.

From Project Gutenberg

But while they gathered up the nauseous nubbles, Each peck'd itself into a peck of troubles, And brought the hand of Death upon its gullet.

From Project Gutenberg