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/nɒb/ · nɒb
noun
- A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle. The doctor examined the patient's lump on her neck, which was a small knob.
noun
- A rounded control switch that can be turned on its axis, designed to be operated by the fingers. She turned the knob to adjust the volume on the radio.
noun
- A ball-shaped part of a handle, lever, etc., designed to be grabbed by the hand. He grasped the knob on the door handle and pulled it open.
verb
- Of a man, to have sex with. He was accused of knobbing his colleague at the office party.
Did you know? The word 'knob' has been used in various contexts, including in the phrase 'knob of butter', which refers to a small ball of butter used for cooking.