Knobby: meaning, definitions and examples

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knobby

 

[ หˆnษ‘หbi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical description

The term 'knobby' describes something that is characterized by having knob-like projections or protuberances. This descriptor often applies to surfaces or objects with a bumpy texture or rounded elevations. Knobby features can be found in various natural and man-made items, including plants, rocks, and tools. In a more colloquial sense, 'knobby' can also convey the notion of being awkward or ungraceful in appearance.

Synonyms

bumpy, gibbous, lumpy, protruding

Examples of usage

  • The knobby roots of the tree poked out of the ground.
  • She admired the knobby texture of the handmade pottery.
  • The athlete's knobby knees were visible as he ran.
  • The knobby hills rolled across the landscape.

Translations

Translations of the word "knobby" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nodoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคฎเฅเคฌเคฆเคฆเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช knubbelig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berbenjol

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ะฑะธัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ guzowaty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ“ใถใฎใ‚ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bosselรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nudoso

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yumru

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜น์ด ์žˆ๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูƒุชู†ุฒุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hrbolatรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hrbatรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป“่Š‚็Šถ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ grbast

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hnรบta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏะทั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒšแƒฅแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸiลŸkin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nudoso

Etymology

The word 'knobby' originates from the Middle English term 'knobbe', which is believed to be derived from the Old Norse word 'knobber', meaning 'a knob or lump'. The term has been used since at least the 14th century to describe objects with rounded or protuberant features. As language evolved, 'knobby' became more commonly used in English to denote surfaces that are uneven or have raised areas. The roots of the word are linked to various Germanic languages, where similar terms describe the concept of knob-like structures. Over time, 'knobby' has maintained its descriptive nature, allowing it to apply across multiple contexts, from describing nature's formations to the textures of crafted items.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,777 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.