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Knob

/nɒb/

A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle.

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noun
  1. 1

    A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle.

  2. 2

    A rounded control switch that can be turned on its axis, designed to be operated by the fingers.

  3. 3

    A ball-shaped part of a handle, lever, etc., designed to be grabbed by the hand.

  4. 4

    A rounded ornament on the hilt of an edged weapon; a pommel.

verb
  1. 1

    (of a man) To have sex with.

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pommelnounA rounded knob or handle.
nodenoun(networking) A computer or other device attached to a network.

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nodenoun(networking) A computer or other device attached to a network.
pommelnounA rounded knob or handle.
handfulnounThe amount that a hand will grasp or contain.
buttonnoun(clothing) A knob or disc that is passed through a loop or (buttonhole), serving as a fastener.
fistfulnounThe amount that can be held in a closed fist.
handholdnounA projection that one may hold onto for support, e.g. in mountain climbing.
wrenchnounA movement that twists or pulls violently; a tug.
handlenounThe part of an object which is (designed to be) held in the hand when used or moved.
hiltnounThe handle of a sword, consisting of grip, guard, and pommel, designed to facilitate use of the blade and afford protection to the hand.
gripnounA hold or way of holding, particularly with the hand.
buttonsnoun(colloquial) A remote control.
keynoun(countable) An object designed to open and close a lock.
doorknobnounA circular device attached to a door, the rotation of which permits the unlatching of the door.
shooternounSomeone who shoots something; a gunner, archer, etc.
pushbuttonnounAlternative spelling of push-button. [An electrical switch activated by pressing a button.]
pullernounA tool for pulling, such as a bearing puller.
bunchnounA group of similar things, either growing together, or in a cluster or clump, usually fastened together.
doofusnoun(slang, derogatory, sometimes affectionately, humorous) A person with poor judgment and taste; a foolish or silly person.
zitnoun(Canada, US, slang) Pimple
moronnoun(informal, derogatory) A stupid person; an idiot; a fool.

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