nibs
1 synonym for nibs, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An important, or self-important, person — often used sarcastically as "his nibs".
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use nibs
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
his nibs
her nibs
Frequently asked questions
What does “nibs” mean?
The word “nibs” means an important, or self-important, person — often used sarcastically as "his nibs". In plain terms, mostly seen in the mocking phrase "his nibs" for someone acting self-important, or as cribbage jargon.
How do you use “nibs” in a sentence?
Here is “nibs” used in a sentence: “Here comes his nibs, expecting everyone to stop and greet him.”
What part of speech is “nibs”?
“Nibs” is a noun.
How many meanings does “nibs” have?
“Nibs” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an important, or self-important, person — often used sarcastically as "his nibs".
