Definitions
informal term for an upper-class or wealthy person
Word origin
Nobleman sense from white-nob (“white-head”) (18th century), referring to the powdered wigs used by those having or affecting upper middle-class status.
Used in a sentence
“"What a deep covey!" said a greasy butcher with his mouth open, a red night-cap on his nob, and pointing towards Jacco Maccacco.”
“One for his nob.”
“Col wasn’t impressed with Dick’s patronising comments and turned his back and rolled his eyes whilst at the same time mumbling “Fucking nob, Dick by name Dick by nature” under his breath.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Person of wealth”3 letters
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