(slang, UK, after possessive pronoun) An important or self-important person. / (slang, UK, dated, 19th century, after possessive pronoun) Self. / (cribbage) a jack turned up by the dealer. (see also nob)

plural of nib

his nibs in the third person plural

(transitive) To fit (a pen) with a nib.

Having a nib or point. / (philately) Of a stamp: having the nib of its perforation removed or damaged.

The tip of a pen or tool that touches the surface, transferring ink to paper. / The bill or beak of a bird; the neb.

Of a product that is the subject of a consumer sale: new and still in its original packaging; not used.

(slang, fraternity) Initialism of newly initiated brother.

present participle of nib

Mock title used to refer to an authoritative, bossy or demanding man. / Term of endearment bestowed upon a male dog by a doting owner.