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knob

The correct spelling is knob.

How to pronounce knob

/nɒb/
noun

IPA: /nɒb/

Say it like: Nob

The correct spelling is knob. A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle.
  2. 2.A rounded control switch that can be turned on its axis, designed to be operated by the fingers.
  3. 3.A ball-shaped part of a handle, lever, etc., designed to be grabbed by the hand.
  4. 4.A rounded ornament on the hilt of an edged weapon; a pommel.
  5. 5.A prominent, rounded bump along a mountain ridge.

verb

  1. 1.(of a man) To have sex with.

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