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nib

Pronunciation: [nɪb]

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Learn how to use nib in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “writing tools”

(noun) the pointed part of a pen where the ink comes out. It's the small piece that touches the paper when you write.

Example

I bought a new fountain pen with a gold nib that writes smoothly.

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The pen didn't work because the nib was broken and couldn't write anything.

Example

Do you think the nib of this pen needs to be replaced?

Context: “food”

(noun) the small, pointed part of a seed, especially in reference to a piece of fruit or nut. It's often the part you might not eat.

Example

I enjoyed eating the apple, but I didn't like the nib in the middle.

Example

I accidentally bit into the nib of the peach and it didn't taste good at all.

Example

What do you usually do with the nib of a persimmon?

How to pronounce nib

Pronunciation: [nɪb]

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