Nubbin and Sliver

Nubbin

Nubbin noun - A very small piece.
Usage example: had only a nubbin of crayon left

Sliver and nubbin are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sliver" instead a noun "Nubbin".

Nearby Word: nubble

Sliver

Sliver noun - A small flat piece separated from a whole.
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Synonyms for Sliver

Nubbin and sliver are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Nubbin" instead a noun "Sliver".

Nearby Words: slivered, slivering
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