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Noun — A beak, snout, or nose — of a bird, animal, or (informally) a person.

Etymology

From Old English nebb ("beak, nose, face"), related to modern German Schnabel ("beak").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “neb” mean?

The word “neb” means a beak, snout, or nose — of a bird, animal, or (informally) a person. In plain terms, an old or dialect word for a beak, nose, or pointed tip.

How do you pronounce “neb”?

“Neb” is pronounced nehb (/nɛb/ in IPA).

How do you use “neb” in a sentence?

Here is “neb” used in a sentence: “The duck dipped its neb into the water.”

What part of speech is “neb”?

“Neb” is a noun.

Where does the word “neb” come from?

The word “neb” comes from Old English. From Old English nebb ("beak, nose, face"), related to modern German Schnabel ("beak").

How many meanings does “neb” have?

“Neb” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a beak, snout, or nose — of a bird, animal, or (informally) a person.

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