snubber

snub

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Definitions of snubber word

verb with object snubber to treat with disdain or contempt, especially by ignoring. 1
verb with object snubber to check or reject with a sharp rebuke or remark. 1
verb with object snubber to check or stop suddenly (a rope or cable that is running out). 1
verb with object snubber to check (a boat, an unbroken horse, etc.) by means of a rope or line made fast to a fixed object. 1
verb with object snubber to pull up or stop abruptly in such a manner. 1
noun snubber an act or instance of snubbing. 1

before 1300

One of the 15% oldest English words

1300-50; Middle English snubben < Old Norse snubba to scold, reprimand; cognate with Middle Low German snūben

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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