nubby Definition
- 1having small raised lumps or knobs on the surface; knobbly
- 2made of or resembling nubs
Using nubby: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nubby" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The fabric was soft and nubby.
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She wore a nubby wool sweater.
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The carpet had a nubby texture.
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The rough, nubby surface of the rock made it difficult to climb.
nubby Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: nubby in Brief
The term 'nubby' [nuhb-ee] describes a surface that has small raised lumps or knobs, or is made of or resembles nubs. It is often used to describe fabrics, carpets, and textures, as in 'The fabric was soft and nubby.' 'Nubby' is synonymous with 'knobbly,' 'knobby,' 'bumpy,' and 'rough.'
