NUB

nub

Noun

  1. The innermost section of a chrysalis in a silk cocoon.
  2. A small lump or knob.
  3. The essence or core of an issue, argument etc.
    What do you think is the nub of the problem?
  4. The clitoris.

Noun (etymology 2)

  1. A noob; a newcomer or incompetent.
    He can't even make himself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich? What a nub.

Verb

  1. To hit the ball weakly.
  2. To push; to nudge.
  3. To beckon.


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