HOBNAIL


Meaning of HOBNAIL in English

■ noun

1》 a short heavy-headed nail used to reinforce the soles of boots.

2》 a blunt projection in glassware.

Derivatives

~ed adjective

Origin

C16: from hob 1 + nail .

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