Added 9 October 2026
nobble
/ˈnɒbl̩/ verb
verb Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about nobble at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
- To injure or obstruct intentionally.
- To gain influence over by corrupt means or intimidation.
- To steal.
noun
- A deliberate act of injury or obstruction.
Origin
Origin obscure. Possibly from nob + -le, or perhaps an alteration of nubble. Compare also dialectal knobble (“to hit or strike”).
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