1
a
: a small rounded ornament or handle
b
: a rounded protuberance : lump
2
: a rounded usually isolated hill or mountain
Examples of knob in a Sentence
a carved walking stick with a silver knob
toss a knob of butter into the frying pan
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For years, simple pine chests with large, circular knobs have been a dime a dozen at antique stores.
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Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026
Changing architectural details like the shower fittings, faucets, cabinet knobs and drawer pulls can make a basic bathroom look far more refined and considered.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Add an extra knob of butter to each bowl before serving for more richness and body.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Use a microfiber cloth or a non-abrasive sponge to gently scrub the knob.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
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Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 31 Jan. 2026
Changing architectural details like the shower fittings, faucets, cabinet knobs and drawer pulls can make a basic bathroom look far more refined and considered.
—Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
Add an extra knob of butter to each bowl before serving for more richness and body.
—Holly Riordan, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Use a microfiber cloth or a non-abrasive sponge to gently scrub the knob.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 29 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for knob
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“Knob.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/knob. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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