Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nubbin
noun
/ˈnʌb.ɪn/
Definition
A small, stubby piece of something.
Examples
- The farmer noticed a nubbin of corn on the plant that didn’t fully develop.
- She found a nubbin of clay left over from her last sculpture project.
Meaning
A nubbin often refers to a small projection or a small, immature ear of corn, used informally in various contexts.
Synonyms
- stub
- stump
- little piece
