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General Slang
nubber
NUB-er · noun · slang
A weakly hit ground ball.
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A feebly hit ground ball that dribbles only a short distance.
“He fought off the pitch and beat out a nubber in front of the plate.”
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nubber In A Sentence
He fought off the pitch and beat out a nubber in front of the plate.
Origin & Usage
American baseball slang, possibly from 'nubbin,' a small underdeveloped ear of corn.
People Also Ask
What is a nubber in baseball?
It's a weakly hit ground ball that dribbles only a short distance.
Where does the word nubber come from?
It possibly derives from 'nubbin,' a small underdeveloped ear of corn, reflecting the ball's short, feeble roll.
Can a nubber be a hit?
Yes, a batter can sometimes beat out a nubber for an infield single if it dies in front of the plate.
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