Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knub
noun
/nʌb/
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Definition
A small, rounded protuberance or bump.
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Examples
- The knub on the tree bark was a sign of where a branch had once been.
- She noticed a knub on her sweater after it had been washed.
- The knub on the ball made it easier to catch during the game.
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Meaning
Knub usually refers to a small, rounded swelling, often found on the surface of objects or skin.
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Synonyms
- bump
- nub
- protrusion
- knob