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knob

The word “knob” has 1 syllable: knob

It's pronounced as /nɑb/

What is synonym and antonym for knob?

In the thesaurus, “knob” has 51 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for knob along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for knob

Antonyms for knob

  • depression

Meanings of knob

  • noun
    1. A rounded protuberance, especially one arising from a flat surface; a fleshy lump or caruncle.
    2. A rounded control switch that can be turned on its axis, designed to be operated by the fingers.
    3. A ball-shaped part of a handle, lever, etc., designed to be grabbed by the hand.
    4. A rounded ornament on the hilt of an edged weapon; a pommel.
    5. A prominent, rounded bump along a mountain ridge.
    6. A prominent rounded hill.
    7. (chiefly in the plural) A woman's breast.
    8. The penis.
    9. The head of the penis; the glans.
    10. (by analogy with above) A contemptible person.
    11. A dollop, an amount just larger than a spoonful (usually referring to butter).
    12. A chunky branch-like piece, especially of a ginger rhizome.
    13. A bulb of the garlic plant consisting of multiple cloves.
  • verb
    1. (of a man) To have sex with.

Example Sentences

  • She turned the knob to open the old wooden door.
  • The volume knob on the stereo was stuck and hard to turn.
  • He grabbed the knob of the suitcase and lifted it carefully.
  • The drawer had a shiny brass knob that matched the handles on the cabinet.
  • Be careful not to twist the knob too hard or it might break.

On this page you'll find 52 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to knob, such as: bead, bit, blob, block, body, bulge, bulk.

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