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his nibs en · NOUN

Etymology

Derives from the early 19th century in literature. From the British, it was noticed that nabs was in use; from the Dutch was seen as nebs.

Meanings

  1. (qualifier:cribbage, uncountable) A jack turned up by the dealer.
    • Two for his nibs.

Forms

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Relateds

his nob

Synonyms

his heels

his nibs en · PRON

Etymology

Derives from the early 19th century in literature. From the British, it was noticed that nabs was in use; from the Dutch was seen as nebs.

Meanings

  1. A mock title used to refer to an authoritative, bossy or demanding man.
    • Do you know what time His Nibs will be arriving?

Forms

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Coordinates

their nibs · my nibs · your nibs · her nibs

Deriveds

nibsome