nub

[nʌb]

nub Definition

• 1. a small lump or a projecting part of something
• 2. the essence or core of something

Using nub: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nub" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The nub of the problem is that we don't have enough money.

• Example

  He rubbed the nub of his pencil against the paper.

• Example

  The nub of the issue is whether we should increase taxes or not.

nub Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nub

• knob
• protuberance
• bump
• node
• core
• heart
• essence

Phrases with nub

• get to the nub of something

  to reach the central or most important part of something

  Example

  We need to get to the nub of the problem if we want to solve it.

• nub end

  the pointed end of a tool or object

  Example

  He used the nub end of the screwdriver to pry open the lid.

• nub of a cigar

  the small remaining part of a cigar after it has been smoked

  Example

  He chewed on the nub of his cigar as he thought about what to do next.

Origins of nub

from Middle English 'knobbe', meaning 'a small rounded protuberance'

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Summary: nub in Brief

The term 'nub' [nʌb] refers to a small lump or projecting part of something, such as the nub of a pencil. It can also refer to the essence or core of something, as in 'The nub of the problem is that we don't have enough money.' The phrase 'get to the nub of something' means to reach the central or most important part of something.