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Shinobu

shee-NOH-boo
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Shinobu (name) means a unisex Japanese given name.

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A unisex Japanese given name.
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A type of fern with fine, delicate fronds, also known as the rabbit's-foot fern.
"A shinobu fern hung near the entrance of the shop."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Japanese しのぶ (Shinobu).

Origin: Japanese

Frequently asked questions

What does “Shinobu” mean?
The word “Shinobu” means a unisex Japanese given name.
How do you pronounce “Shinobu”?
“Shinobu” is pronounced shee-NOH-boo (/ʃiˈnoʊ.bu/ in IPA).
How do you use “Shinobu” in a sentence?
Here is “Shinobu” used in a sentence: “A shinobu fern hung near the entrance of the shop.”
What part of speech is “Shinobu”?
Depending on how it is used, “Shinobu” can be a name and a noun.
How many meanings does “Shinobu” have?
“Shinobu” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a unisex Japanese given name.

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