snubbed; snubbing
Definition of snub
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: to check or stop with a cutting retort : rebuke
2a
: to check (something, such as a line or chain that is running out) suddenly especially by turning around a fixed object (such as a post or a cleat)
also
: to check the motion of by snubbing a line
snub the anchor
b
: to restrain the action of : suppress
snub a vibration
3
: to treat with contempt or neglect
snub an old acquaintance
4
: to extinguish by stubbing
snub out a cigarette
snub
nounsnub
adjectiveDefinition of snub (Entry 3 of 3)
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The first known use of snub was in the 13th century
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