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Word of the Day – Nibby

By July 28, 2018Word of the Day

Nibby (adj) (Am-En)

nib-ee

Interfering, inquisitive, nosy.

1940s. From nib + -y. Compare earlier nebby.

Example sentences

“She’s so nibby, don’t tell her anything unless you want her in your business.”

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