Nub Definition

nub
noun
  1. a small lump or protuberance
  2. a small piece; "a nub of coal"; "a stub of a pencil"
  3. the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument"; "the heart and soul of the Republican Party"; "the nub of the story"

Synonyms for nub

center

equally distant from the extremes of or belonging to neither the right nor the left politically or intellectually an

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
core

a small group of indispensable persons or things

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
essence

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
gist

the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
heart

the locus of feelings and intuitions; "in your heart you know it is true

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
inwardness

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
kernel

the inner and usually edible part of a seed or grain or nut or fruit stone

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
marrow

the fatty network of connective tissue that fills the cavities of bones any of various squash plants grown for their

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
meat

the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food the inner and usually edible part of a seed

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms
nitty-gritty

the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience; "the gist of the prosecutor's argument

♫ Rhymes ↔ Synonyms

"Nub" in song lyrics

See how nub is used in real songs:

  • "Twenty fours a nub"
    Mike Jones f/ Young Problemz — Boi!
  • "It's been ages since I necked it, and smoked six tabs to the nub"
    The Streets — Blinded by the lights
  • "her swollen nub"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with nub

See all rhymes for nub →

Usage tips for "nub"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nub" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nub to find words that pair well.

Explore more

♫ Rhymes with nub ↔ Synonyms for nub 🔬 Words containing nub

Look up another word