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nib

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Synonyms and Antonyms of nib

1 the jaws of a bird together with their hornlike covering

a finch cracking seeds in its nib

Synonyms of nib

beak, bill, neb

Words Related to nib

mandible, maw, maxilla

2 the last and usually sharp or tapering part of something long and narrow

make sure the nib has been sharpened before you try to cut anything

Synonyms of nib

apex, cusp, end, nose, pike, point, tip

Words Related to nib

barb, jag, prickle, snag, spike, sticker

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