Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

knub

noun
/nʌb/
Definition
A small, rounded protuberance or bump.
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.
Meaning
Knub usually refers to a small, rounded swelling, often found on the surface of objects or skin.
Synonyms
  • bump
  • nub
  • protrusion
  • knob