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nobble

Pronunciation: /ˈnɒbl̩/

The English word “nobble” has 5 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To injure or obstruct intentionally.
  2. To gain influence over by corrupt means or intimidation.
  3. To steal.
  4. To tamper with (typically a racehorse or greyhound) in order to prevent it from winning a race.

noun

  1. A deliberate act of injury or obstruction.

Etymology

Origin obscure. Possibly from nob + -le, or perhaps an alteration of nubble. Compare also dialectal knobble (“to hit or strike”).

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