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nubbins

The correct spelling is nubbins.

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noun

Say it like: Nub-bin-s

The correct spelling is nubbins. A stub, especially a stub of undeveloped corn or fruit or nipple. For example: "As an avid button collector, I have had to develop an efficient way of removing the nubbin of thread from the buttonhole."

Usage Examples

As an avid button collector, I have had to develop an efficient way of removing the nubbin of thread from the buttonhole.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A stub, especially a stub of undeveloped corn or fruit or nipple.
  2. 2.A small protuberance, bud, bump or knob.
  3. 3.The clitoris.

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