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nib

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noun

The tip of a pen or tool that touches the surface, transferring ink to paper.

Examples :

"The ink flowed smoothly from the pen's nib as I wrote the thank you note. "

stationery utensil writing item part

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noun

The bill or beak of a bird; the neb.

Examples :

"The small bird used its delicate nib to pick up a crumb of bread. "

animal bird part anatomy

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noun

Bits of trapped dust or other foreign material that form imperfections in painted or varnished surfaces.

Examples :

"The freshly painted door had a few noticeable nibs on its surface, making it feel rough to the touch. "

appearance material quality

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noun

A piece of a roasted, hulled cocoa bean.

Examples :

"The chocolatier carefully selected the best nibs for his new dark chocolate blend. "

food substance plant

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noun

A small and pointed thing or part; a point; a prong.

Examples :

"The nib of my fountain pen is scratchy, so it doesn't write smoothly. "

writing stationery point part thing

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noun

One of the handles projecting from a scythe snath.

Examples :

"The farmer adjusted the nib on the scythe snath to get a better grip before cutting the tall grass. "

agriculture utensil part machine

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noun

The shaft of a wagon.

Examples :

"The farmer checked the wagon's nib to ensure it was strong enough to haul the heavy load of hay. "

vehicle part technical machine agriculture

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verb

To fit (a pen) with a nib.

Examples :

"He needed to nib his fountain pen before he could start writing his letter. "

stationery writing utensil