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Definition of nabbie in English: nabbie(also nabby, naby) noun ˈnabi Scottish rare A type of sailing boat used in Scotland, traditionally having a raking mast, a lugsail, and a jib.
OriginLate 19th century. Origin uncertain. Perhaps from nobby, with reference to the trim appearance of such boats. Definition of nabbie in US English: nabbie(also nabby, naby) nounˈnabi Scottish rare A type of sailing boat used in Scotland, traditionally having a raking mast, a lugsail, and a jib.
OriginLate 19th century. Origin uncertain. Perhaps from nobby, with reference to the trim appearance of such boats. |